Are You the Right Fit?
You are a compassionate and motivated clinician who is committed to supporting individuals experiencing drug and alcohol-related issues. With strong communication and clinical skills, you build effective therapeutic relationships, work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and deliver high-quality, person-centred care in a community setting.
Based across our Liverpool, Fairfield and Bankstown Drug Health Services within South Western Sydney Local Health District, you will support clients through structured counselling interventions tailored to individual needs. Community-based counsellors typically provide individual counselling for up to 12 weeks, with flexibility to extend support where clinically indicated and appropriate. Services are delivered primarily face-to-face, with telehealth available when clinically suitable to meet client needs.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Strong clinical assessment, formulation and risk-management skills, with the ability to respond effectively to diverse and complex presentations using evidence-based drug and alcohol counselling approaches and harm reduction principles.
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The ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and deliver high-quality, person-centred counselling interventions tailored to individual client needs and goals.
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Confidence working independently while exercising sound clinical judgement and recognising when to seek support, consultation or guidance to ensure safe and effective clinical care.
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Well-developed communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with health professionals, community services and other support providers to promote continuity of care and positive client outcomes.
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A commitment to maintaining accurate clinical documentation, participating in clinical review and quality improvement activities, and developing specialist knowledge and skills within the Drug and Alcohol sector.
Selection Criteria
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
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
Vaccination Requirements
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, aligned with NSW Health’s 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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