Join a supportive, dynamic team where your conversations can change lives and guide people toward recovery.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - Until June 2029
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $59.38 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: James Fletcher Hospital, Newcastle
Requisition ID: REQ666999
Applications Close: Monday 8th June 2026
About us:
The Drug & Alcohol Clinical Services (DACS) Intake Team are a small, dynamic team located on the James Fletcher Campus Newcastle. Our team has interesting, meaningful, rewarding and at times challenging roles. We value and support each other, sharing our knowledge and experience to best support clients and their families.
About the role:
A typical day will involve completing Drug and Alcohol Assessments with clients, predominantly over the phone, to determine the most suitable Drug & Alcohol service to refer them to and facilitate referrals. You will also be providing information to clients about services available, as well as to family members or friends who may call with concerns for a loved one. Our service operates Monday – Friday (excluding public holidays) 8am-4.30pm.
You will be supported by the Nurse Unit Manager, the DACS Intake Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) and other multidisciplinary professionals within the team and the wider service, including the DACS Clinical Nurse Educator. Professional development and Clinical Supervision are encouraged and supported, and DACS provides education sessions regularly.
About you:
This role will require you to assist people who are experiencing challenges with alcohol, or other drugs engage with appropriate Drug & Alcohol Services, and/or providing information to clients or family members. We are looking for someone who is innovative, professional, and ethical, with effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to work in a team environment is also a must.
Requirements:
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Must hold a degree in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Counselling or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer, which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association and full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), where applicable.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
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Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
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Proximity to shopping and other services
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4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
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Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
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An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
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To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
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We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Emma Lindsay on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
