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Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day and make a difference in the lives of our local community.$38.51 - $59.38 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | TemporaryPart Time 14 hours per week until 10 September 2028 | Illawarra Drug & Alcohol Service (iDAS) | REQ656299 | Grade: Counsellor Level 1/2, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1/2 | Applications close: 14 May 2026Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.Provide high quality care to clients and their family/carers to ensure the provision of evidence based interventions and optimal health outcomes consistent with ISLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. This position provides the above service to the Stimulant Treatment Program (STP).This service provides assessment, counselling and case management to people with stimulant misuse issues, and their family, carers or friends.For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.A little about us.From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. Thats 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.Benefits of working with ISLHD.We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunitiesApply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role- Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or other counselling related behavioural science with eligibility for professional membership- Valid NSW Drivers LicenceThis is a temporary parental leave relief position until 10 September 2028 with the possibility of an extension at same or reduced hours.ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Need more information or help applying?- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Daniel Pekin-Stores on ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.