Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 29 March 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1
Remuneration: $70.30 - $71.74 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options
Location: Bathurst NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 19
Applications Close: 14 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Clinical Nurse Consultant – Drug & Alcohol Liaison
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Bathurst
About the role
We are looking for a Registered Nurse with Drug and Alcohol experience to join our well‑supported multidisciplinary team as a Clinical Nurse Consultant.
In this role, you will provide advanced clinical leadership and contribute to the safe, high‑quality delivery of care for patients presenting with alcohol or drug‑related concerns within Bathurst Health Service. You will support community clinicians, generalist health professionals and local GPs by offering specialist guidance, consultation and coordination to strengthen care pathways and improve outcomes.
Working within a dynamic and diverse team, you will play an integral part in delivering a broad range of services through the Bathurst Drug and Alcohol Service – Chifley Clinic, including Opioid Treatment, Stimulant Treatment, Psychosocial Services, Addiction Medicine, Cannabis Clinic and Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting programs. This role offers the opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in a structured, collaborative environment while making a meaningful impact on individuals and families affected by substance use.
This job‑share position operates during weekday day‑shift hours, with week one covering Thursday and Friday and week two covering Wednesday to Friday.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sarah Sheldon on 02 6330 5258 or at [email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
