Drug & Alcohol Clinician

Western NSW Local Health District; Bourke; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural Health Workforce IncentiveScheme

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District in Bourke is seeking a Health Clinician within the Drug & Alcohol program. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality, trauma‑informed services in a multidisciplinary team to support clients with alcohol and other drug issues.

You will perform assessments, arrange counselling, develop treatment plans, and document progress while promoting person‑centred care. The role offers rural incentives and supportive professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and schedule counselling appointments.
• Develop treatment plans and maintain case notes.
• Provide trauma‑informed, person‑centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Work in a multidisciplinary Drug & Alcohol team to support recovery.

Job description

Western NSW Local Health District - Bourke NSW

• Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 22 October 2027) (Job share may be considered)
• Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/ 2, Dietitian Level 1/ 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1/ 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1/ 2, Welfare Officer Level 1/ 2
• Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $122,465.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply - to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
• Location: Bourke NSW - Find out more
• Hours Per Week: 38
• Applications Close: 25 October 2026 - 11:59pm

Health Clinician - Drug & Alcohol - Incentives Offered

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Bourke

About the role

Are you interested in working in a Multidisciplinary team within the Drug & Alcohol field? Then this role is for you! Join the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) Drug & Alcohol team in delivering high quality services.

The Drug & Alcohol team provides a diverse range of Drug & Alcohol services including completing assessments, scheduling counselling appointments, court reports, follow up with GP or other services, developing treatment plans, report writing, advocacy skills, case management skills, counselling skills, and knowledge of trauma informed care.

The alcohol and other drugs teamwork for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. The AOD sector offers a challenging and rewarding specialisation, with a strong focus on human rights and intellectually stimulating work.

Using innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions, you will professionally support individuals seeking assistance with alcohol and drug use. You will take a trauma-informed approach and provide respectful, person-centred care, tailored to individual’s needs. Central to your role will be employing an individualised, holistic approach to care, incorporating comprehensive care planning to address the diverse physical, emotional, and social aspects of each person’s journey.

You’ll work within a harm minimisation framework to assess, implement, evaluate and document best practice intervention strategies to meet person-centred substance use goals. Using assessment, monitoring and advice you’ll help promote recover for clients going through withdrawal (from all drugs) in community or inpatient settings.

You will be supported by likeminded staff invested in helping people who have complex drug & alcohol issues and be a part of a district-wide team, with learning and development opportunities encouraged and supported.

This role operates within business hours, Monday to Friday.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

Early in your career? Get AHEAD!

Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:

• Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
• Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
• Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
• Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program

The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information

Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program

Helping you Move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Additional information for applicants:

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Coral Allen Hore on 02 6881 4*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.