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Overview Requisition ID: REQ657717 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Remuneration: $126524.00 - $129591.00 per year + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Liverpool Drug Health Services Applications close: 17/05/26 Contact: Paul Amoroso - Director of Allied Health on Managing clinical and corporate operations that help transform lives through structured Drug Court rehabilitation. Achieve Something Great Take on a leadership role that brings together clinical expertise and social justice, making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals engaged in the Drug Court Program. Responsibilities Lead and coordinate a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering highquality, personcentred care within the Drug Court Program. Oversee the daytoday clinical and operational functions to ensure integrated, effective and accountable service delivery. Contribute to a structured, therapeutic rehabilitation model supporting longterm recovery for courtreferred participants. Work collaboratively with clinicians, judicial partners and communitybased services to support positive health and social outcomes. Foster a culture of professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement within a supportive and valuesdriven Drug Health team. Are You the Right Fit? You are a confident, valuesdriven leader who brings clinical insight, strong communication skills and a commitment to equitable, personcentred care within complex justice and health settings. Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and providing effective clinical supervision. Strong communication and active listening skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with diverse stakeholders. Confidence working collaboratively with judicial partners, legal representatives and communitybased services. Ability to manage complex situations with professionalism, empathy and sound judgement. Highly organised, detailoriented and able to remain calm, focused and adaptable in a dynamic environment. Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. Relevant tertiary qualifications which provide eligibility for membership with a professional organisation and/or current registration with AHPRA where applicable. A Counsellor must hold as a minimum a bachelors degree in counselling or a related field (other qualification such as Social Work, Welfare or Psychology will be deemed equivalent). Describe a time you reviewed a clinicians assessment for a Drug Court (or similar forensic/AOD) client and identified gaps related to risk (e.g., current charges/antecedents, mental health, DV, child protection). What was missing, what actions did you take (including any changes to triage/treatment/transfer-of-care), and how did you ensure documentation met medicolegal and program requirements Can you give an example of how you have led a multidisciplinary team in a way that actively supported staff wellbeingespecially during periods of high complexity or emotional workload? What strategies did you implement to prevent burnout, maintain morale, and ensure the team continued to deliver highquality, evidencebased care? Australian C-Class driver''s license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner''s licenses are not permitted. How to Apply Position Information Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description. Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community. Aboriginal Workforce For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact . Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. Benefits Financial Perks 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) One extra day off each month for full-time employees Work-Life Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role) Paid maternity and parental leave Generous leave options like long service and carers leave Grow Your Career Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs. Health & Wellbeing Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP) Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance Additional Information Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found. Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Healths vaccination and screening requirements before starting. Child Safe Employment: South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people. #J-18808-Ljbffr