Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2) - Drug and Alcohol Services

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A health district organization in New South Wales is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 to lead community drug and alcohol treatment services. This role involves coordination of care, working in a multidisciplinary team, and supporting individuals affected by drug and alcohol use. To qualify, candidates need a current AHPRA registration, relevant post-registration qualifications, and experience in the drug and alcohol nursing field. The position offers up to 12 days off each year and salary packaging options.

Benefits

Up to 12 allocated days off each year

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA and 3 years' experience in drug and alcohol nursing.
• Ability to manage complex clinical care and service delivery issues.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver senior nursing leadership in community drug and alcohol services.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide assessment, treatment, and evaluation of care.

Skills

Complex drug & alcohol nursing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Patient and carer education

Health-related information technology

Education

AHPRA registration

Relevant post-registration qualifications

Job description

Employment Details

Employment Type: PermanentFull Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $116,639.98 - $120,469.88 Per Annum Plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ632334
Location: St George Community Health Service

Applications Close Date

Applications Close Date: Wednesday 21st January, 2026

What You'll Be Doing

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
SESLHD Drug and Alcohol Service offers a range of treatment and support services for people with problems from their alcohol, prescription or illicit drug use, and/or their families and carers. Outpatient D&A services are located in clinics at the Langton Centre in Surry Hills, St George Hospital in Kogarah, and Caringbah Community Health Centre at Sutherland Hospital. Inpatient D&A services are provided at Sydney Hospital, Prince of Wales, St. George and Sutherland Hospitals. Our goal is to improve health, wellbeing and social outcomes for individuals, families and the community, related to drug and alcohol use.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 delivers senior nursing leadership in the coordination and delivery of community drug and alcohol treatment services. The position works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment, support, crisis intervention, care planning and evaluation of care in line with the NSW Health Clinical Care Standards: Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment.

Benefits

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria

• Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working in the drug and alcohol nursing field, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex drug & alcohol clinical care and service delivery issues and problem solve through the development and use of clinical management plans.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise extended autonomy of decision making while working as part of a multidisciplinary team and apply professional and ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situations.
• Demonstrated skills in the development & facilitation of patient and carer education.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of harm minimisation and evidence of leadership in safety and quality innovation.
• Demonstrated competence in the use of health-related information technology.

Need More Information?

1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Burdess on [e-mail]

CORE Values

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Diversity & Inclusion

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [e-mail] and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([e-mail]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website