Senior AOD & Mental Health Clinician — Part‐Time Impact in Melbourne

Senior AOD & Mental Health Clinician — Part‐Time Impact in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time On-site
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Uniting Victoria and Tasmania – Morang VIC

  • Break down barriers & support the integration of AOD & Mental Health services
  • Part time 0.8 FTE | Maximum term contract until 30 June 2028
  • Based at South Morang
  • Break down barriers & support the integration of AOD & Mental Health services
  • Part time 0.8 FTE | Maximum term contract until 30 June 2028
  • Based at South Morang

About your team

At the Whittlesea Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals, we walk alongside people, providing a compassionate, recovery-oriented approach to address wellbeing goals, reduce harm, and improve quality of life. The team are big believers in breaking down barriers and working collaboratively to achieve best outcomes that really matter.

Your new role

Working within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, you will provide high quality specialised AOD interventions, assessment and treatment planning through an intersectional and trauma-informed lens. In addition, you'll play a vital role in shifting the landscape of service provision by supporting the integration of AOD and Mental Health within the service and supporting a strong lived experience workforce.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn't easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to a salary equivalent to SCHADS Level 5 + superannuation, you can access the following:

  • An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
  • Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
  • Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave
  • 10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning Service
  • Access training and development opportunities to help you grow

Your skills and experience

You will have significant experience in AOD, a strong understanding of therapeutic AOD and Mental Health interventions, and a proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people and organisations.

You will also bring with you:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in a health/welfare related discipline
  • A Certificate IV in AOD or completion of the AOD Core Competencies (or willingness to complete within first 2 years of employment)
  • Competencies in dual diagnosis (or willingness to complete within first 2 years of employment)

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How to apply

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If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, please reach out to Emma Lewis, Team Leaderon **********@vt.uniting.org.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.

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Senior AOD & Mental Health Clinician — Part‐Time Impact in Melbourne employer: Uniting Victoria and Tasmania

Uniting Victoria and Tasmania is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a strong focus on professional development, inclusive work culture, and a commitment to continuous improvement, employees are empowered to lead high-performing teams and drive positive change across Gippsland. Located in Sale, this role offers the unique advantage of working in a supportive environment that values collaboration and innovation.

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Uniting Victoria and Tasmania Recruitment Team