At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide counselling and case management for pregnant women using substances.
- Company: Join the Western NSW Local Health District and make a difference in rural health.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, salary packaging, and support for relocation.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Impact lives by supporting families in need within a culturally rich community.
- Qualifications: Aboriginal applicants with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.
The predicted salary is between 76364 - 117755 $ per year.
The Aboriginal Clinician - Substance Use in Pregnancy Parenting (SUPP) Program provides services to pregnant women or those caring for an infant up to 2 years of age who are using substances at a level that meets the threshold for specialist Drug and Alcohol services. The Aboriginal Drug & Alcohol Clinician will provide counselling/case management to clients in Dubbo or surrounding areas face to face or via Telehealth.
The Drug & Alcohol Clinician is part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing specialist Drug and Alcohol Services for the Substance Use in Pregnancy Parenting program in Dubbo & Region. Responsibilities include:
- Providing Drug and Alcohol intake, assessments, and treatment for clients seeking assistance with substance use problems and/or comorbidity issues.
- Utilising a variety of psychosocial interventions, primarily evidence-based approaches such as Motivation Interviewing and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
- Collaborating actively with Mental Health Services in treatment planning and provision for shared care clients.
- Building capacity/networks with Non-Government agencies, Government agencies, Aboriginal Health Officers, and Aboriginal Corporations linked to SUPPP.
- Working with the Opioid Treatment Program and MERIT program, including consultation and referral to other agencies for support or crisis management.
This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 – only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply.
Western NSW LHD is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
Aboriginal Clinician - Substance Use in Pregnancy Parenting (SUPP) Program in Dubbo employer: Western NSW Local Health District
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Contact Details:
Western NSW Local Health District Recruitment Team
