Drug and Alcohol Counselling Clinician

About the Role

Closing Date: 05/11/2026 

• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments 
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities

The Drug and Alcohol Counselling Clinician will be a valued member of the Community Drug and Alcohol Team supporting individuals with issues related to substance use disorder/dependance in a harm reduction counselling style. We are actively seeking early career candidates wanting to further develop skills and who currently meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.

Core Requirements

Applicants must hold tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Social Work, Clinical Psychology or Allied Health and holding a current registration with AHPRA (where applicable) with no restrictions in area of practice. You need a foundational knowledge of the drug classifications, intoxication, withdrawal and Medicated Assisted Opioid Treatment, alongside holding a current class C driver's licence with no restrictions.

Capabilities and Role Expectations

This position requires the ability to apply knowledged related to working with individuals who have identified drug and/or alcohol related issues and demonstrated commitment to own professional development to maintain, improve and broaden knowledge, expertise and competence within the drug and alcohol area. You will bring a comprehansive understanding of harm minimisation and how it is used within the Drug and Alcohol setting.

Success in this environment relies on your ability to effectively use critical thinking skills to identify and solve problems in a Health setting and how this would be applied in a Drug and Alcohol setting. Candidates must possess demonstrated knowledge of conducting assessment, case planning, treatment and discharge planning and how this is applied in the Drug and Alcohol setting.

Finally, you must show an ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment including the ability to communicate clearly in a variety of different settings and circumstances. This includes demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills including ability to communicate clearly in a variety of different settings and circumstances, including computer literacy and electronic medical records.

Employment Type: This is a permanent, part-time opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Angela McGuire at angela.mcguire@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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