Alcohol and Other Drugs Senior Counsellor (522913L3)

Department of Health, Tasmania; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health agency in Tasmania seeks a specialized clinician to provide comprehensive assessments and evidence-based treatment for individuals with alcohol and drug issues. This permanent full-time role involves supporting quality assurance programs and working closely with clients and professionals. The position offers a competitive salary with benefits, including relocation assistance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Travel and relocation assistance support up to $15,000

Professional development opportunities

Access to 40+ fitness facilities for a low weekly fee

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of treatment and prevention of alcohol and drug dependence.
• Ability to consult with professionals and agencies to manage complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized clinical assessment and treatment for clients with alcohol and other drug issues.
• Support quality assurance programs and contribute to the development of treatment programs.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary evidence-based practice

Ability to undertake comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions

Knowledge to develop, monitor and implement quality assurance activities

Education

Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Degree in Social Work eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers

Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

Job description

The Team:

Alcohol and Drug Services North deliver a high quality alcohol and other drug treatment service in accordance with relevant Government Legislation and Regulations, Primary Health Care Principles, reforms, Alcohol and Drug Service (ADS) policies, procedures and protocols and relevant professional competencies. Clinicians provide specialist assessment and treatment service for people with multiple and complex needs, including co-morbid alcohol and other drugs and mental health issues, in accordance with discipline specific skills and abilities.

The Role:

• Provide a specialised, comprehensive, evidence-based clinical assessment, treatment and assertive case-management service to clients, who have issues with alcohol and/or other drugs and support referral and liaison with relevant service providers.
• Undertake clinical documentation in line with organisational and professional requirements, including maintaining effective record keeping on clients and produce clear, well presented treatment reports to the ADS Team Leader (North) as required.
• Actively support, contribute to and participate in ongoing quality assurance programs, including approved research, incident reporting and evaluation, internal audits, and policy and procedure review, as well as the development, implementation and evaluation of specialised alcohol and other drug psychosocial treatment programs.
• Consult with professionals and other agencies on the management of clients, and their families/carers, affected by alcohol and or other drugs to optimise service effectiveness.

You will need:

• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary evidence-based practice used in the treatment and prevention of alcohol and other drug dependence, including alcohol and other drug assessment, the harm minimisation framework, interventions, and prevention activities.
• Knowledge of and the ability to undertake comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions with individuals and their families with complex needs, including individual and group programs.
• Knowledge of and ability to develop, monitor and implement quality assurance and improvement activities and/or research.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

• Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Salary: $110,425 to $121,907 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances:

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $119,290 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Travel and relocation assistance support may be available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

Eligibility:

• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or
• Degree in Social Work giving eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia
• Current Working with Children Registration

Desirable criteria:

• Holds, or is working towards, a relevant tertiary qualification in the Alcohol and Other Drugs field
• Current Driver’s Licence