At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide advanced clinical skills in assessment, education, and counselling for drug diversion.
- Company: Join the Mackay Hospital and Health Service team making a difference in community health.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive wages, flexible working arrangements, and education opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team dedicated to building safe and healthy communities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by helping individuals divert from the criminal justice system to healthcare.
- Qualifications: Must have nursing qualifications and a passion for supporting those affected by drug use.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
The AODS and Specialist Teams at the Mackay Community Health Centre is seeking applications for a Clinical Nurse (Queensland Illicit Drug Diversion Initiative) to join their team on a permanent basis.
Your opportunity: QIDDI is a drug diversion program to provide people who are convicted of an illicit drug offence with the opportunity to divert from the criminal justice system into the health care system. The QIDDI Clinical Nurse provides advanced level clinical evidence based skills in assessment, education and counselling as well as providing advice on the possible health and legal consequences of continued use. The clinical nurse will work with clients to develop a plan to address drug taking behaviour. Within the Alcohol and Other Drugs Services the QIDDI clinical nurse will provide leadership and support to other clinical staff and students.
About the Team: The Alcohol and Other Drugs service aims to build safe and healthy communities by taking action to minimise the health, social, and economic harms caused by alcohol and other drugs. The Mackay AODS provides a specialist and comprehensive service across the continuum of alcohol and other drug assessment, intervention and community maintenance/aftercare. The service is supportive of the client and their family/carer through child and family sensitive practice. The team use a harm minimisation approach within a case management model of service delivery, offer an intake service, Opioid Treatment Program and also provide services to the Queensland Police Service and Department of Corrections via the Queensland Illicit Drug Diversion Initiative, offering scheduled appointments for both Police and Court Diversion clients.
About our Hospital and Health Service: Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,500 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.
Some of our great benefits on offer:
- Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- Education opportunities, Study and Research
Clinical Nurse (Queensland Illicit Drug Diversion Initiative) in Mackay employer: Mackay Hospital and Health Service
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and respect. With a focus on professional development and career growth, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive wages, and a range of health and wellness programs. Working in the vibrant Mackay region provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact in diverse clinical settings, ensuring a rewarding experience for all staff.
Contact Details:
Mackay Hospital and Health Service Recruitment Team
