Team Manager - Alcohol & Drug Program

ACT Health; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 128,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to 12K

Salary packaging options

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

ACT Health in Canberra is seeking an experienced Team Manager within Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS), part of Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug Services. You will provide clinical leadership, operational management and supervision to a multidisciplinary team delivering treatment, assessment and support services.

The role requires strong collaboration with consumers, families, government and NGO partners to enhance service delivery and improve health outcomes for vulnerable

Qualifications

• Lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision.
• Oversee service planning, governance and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with consumers, families and partners.
• Commitment to person-centred, recovery-oriented care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to a multidisciplinary workforce.
• Oversee service planning, governance and performance outcomes.
• Ensure resources are managed effectively and services respond to community needs.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Operational management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Classification: Health Professional Level 4, Psychologist Level 4 (PN 27580)

Health Professional Level 4 Salary: $127,597 - $141,511 (Plus 12.5% Super)

Psychologist Level 4 Salary: $135,771 - $142,688 (Plus 12.5% Super)

Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran

Section: Mental Health, Justice Health, and Alcohol & Drug Services

Closing Date: 18 November 2026

What can we offer you:

City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra

Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.

Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.

Flexible working conditions.

Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

About the Role:

Lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team within Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS), a key service area of Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug Services (MHJHADS). Guided by evidence-based practice and the principles of harm minimisation, ADS provides a broad range of specialist services that support people experiencing alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) concerns. Working across a dynamic and highly collaborative environment, you will play a pivotal role in delivering services that improve health outcomes, strengthen recovery pathways and support some of the community’s most vulnerable individuals.

As an ADS Team Manager, you will provide clinical leadership, operational management and professional supervision to a multidisciplinary workforce delivering treatment, assessment, education and support services. You will oversee service planning, governance, quality improvement and performance outcomes while ensuring resources are managed effectively and services remain responsive to community needs. The role requires extensive collaboration with consumers, families, government and non-government agencies, justice partners and healthcare providers to enhance service delivery, strengthen partnerships and support strategic initiatives across the alcohol and other drugs sector.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated leader with strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills and a commitment to person-centred, recovery-oriented care. You will bring the ability to lead and inspire teams, manage complex and sensitive issues, drive service improvement and make evidence-based decisions in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about developing high-performing teams, influencing service innovation and improving outcomes for people affected by substance use, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a progressive and supportive service.

Please note:

Selection for this position may be made based-on written response to advertised selection criteria, Curriculum Vitae and referee reports alone.

This is a multi-classified position with possibility of appointment at either Health Professional Level 4 or Psychologist Level 4.

Please indicate which classification you are applying for during the application process.

For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

Current registration issued under theWorking with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011is required.

Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‑based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together

Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Deepthy Palamadathu at 0422 070 *** or at***************@act.gov.au