Impactful Harm Reduction Clinician (MSIR)

North Richmond Community Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging options

Onsite bike racks

Free onsite car park

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

North Richmond Community Health in Richmond, VIC, seeks a Part-time or Casual Harm Reduction Worker for the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR). You will support safety, dignity, and health for clients, provide brief interventions, and coordinate with nursing and social services in a non-judgmental environment.

The role emphasizes harm reduction principles, data collection, and collaboration with the MSIR management team.

Qualifications

• Experience in harm reduction settings or needle and syringe programs is desirable.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work in emergency and crisis situations with calm, professional conduct.
• Commitment to health equity and non-judgmental client engagement.
• Experience collaborating with nursing and allied health teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clients during injecting episodes to promote safety.
• Conduct health assessments and manage health emergencies.
• Provide brief interventions and health education to clients.
• Engage clients to identify needs and connect them with services.
• Document client interactions and maintain medical records.

Skills

Harm reduction

Communication

Empathy

Crisis management

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Welfare/Public Health degree

Job description

North Richmond Community Health in Richmond, VIC, seeks a Part-time or Casual Harm Reduction Worker for the Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR). You will support safety, dignity, and health for clients, provide brief interventions, and coordinate with nursing and social services in a non-judgmental environment.

The role emphasizes harm reduction principles, data collection, and collaboration with the MSIR management team.