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Make a new start in your career and life. Join a welcoming, supportive healthcare community, with professional development opportunities + more!Employment Type:PermanentFull TimePosition Classification:Psychologist, Social Worker Lvl 3, Counsellor Lvl 3Remuneration:$80,452 - $117,755 per annum, dependent on qualificationsHours Per Week:38Requisition ID:REQ658573Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use.With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can be part of the vibrant and professional team enriching health in millions of ways every day.We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.The alcohol and other drugs teamwork for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label.Our benefits:A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient careEngaging and intellectually stimulating workA team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it servesA position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goalsAbout the roleProviding high quality clinical services and leadership as an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team for clients accessing the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Service for young people (aged 12- 24years) and their families.Working to minimise the harmful effects of substance use on young people, by providing and maintaining a high standard of individualised client care through the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive service.Using innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions, you will professionally support individuals seeking assistance with alcohol and drug use. You will take a trauma-informed approach and provide respectful, person-centred care, tailored to individuals needs. Central to your role will be employing an individualised, holistic approach to care, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each persons journey.About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.Relocating to the region?The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperienceJoin our team and youll enjoy:Salary packaging and novated leasing increase your take-home payFitness discounts focus on your health and wellbeingGrowth access to professional and personal developmentTeam culture work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environmentOpportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforceNeed more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Carol Agnew onJoin the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.Applications Close: 08 May 2026NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.For help with your application to this role visitStepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please seewww.homeaffairs.gov.au.This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy(PD2024_015).You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions.Follow us on: LinkedIn and Facebook#mhaod #alliedhealt