Welcome to Southern
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Bega
Position Classification: Dependent upon qualifications
Remuneration:
Counsellor Lvl 1/2: $76,364 - $108,943 per annum
Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2: $76,364 - $108,943 per annum
Psychologist: $80,452 - $117,755 per annum
Registered Nurse: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 per annum
Social Worker Lvl 1/2: $76,364 - $108,943 per annum
Welfare Officer Lvl 1/2: $76,364 - $108,943 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ666262
Applications Close: 4 June 2026
Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing
This position qualifies for the NSW Health Rural Incentive scheme with a value of up to $5,000
Visit the NSW Health AOD page for information on pursuing a career in the Alcohol and Other Drugs sector.
About the service
Drug and Alcohol Clinician - Support Recovery and Wellness in Our Community.
Are you dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance use?
At Southern, our Drug and Alcohol Clinicians provide compassionate, evidence-based care to support recovery, reduce harm, and promote wellbeing in a rural setting. You’ll work closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored interventions and support lasting change.
Join us to empower recovery and build healthier futures.
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What you'll be doing
MERIT (Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment) is a court diversion program that provides the opportunity for suitable local court defendants with drug and alcohol problems to address their substance use, associated lifestyle and health issues.
Engaging with people who are before the court with a history of or current drug use. Providing as part of a multi disciplinary team, assessment and case management that will help to improve their lifestyle and health in an effort to reduce re-offending.
The MERIT Case manager will provide assessment, intensive case management, support, counselling and treatment to defendants with a drug and/ or alcohol issue, who have current legal matters in a Local MERIT Court and MERIT treatment area.
