Social Worker- Drug and Alcohol Service
Community Mental Health - Bathurst

About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Drug and Alcohol team in Bathurst for a 12-month period. The position will be part of a drug and alcohol pilot project that sits within the Opioid Treatment Program. The successful applicant will join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team to assist vulnerable consumers reach their health care and psychosocial goals in a community outpatient setting.

Bathurst Drug and Alcohol service provides a diverse range of Drug and Alcohol services including Opioid Treatment, Psychosocial Services, Addiction Medicine, Cannabis Clinic and Substance Use in Pregnancy and Parenting services. Geographically, Chifley Clinic offers services to the Bathurst Hub (Mudgee, Bathurst and Cowra).

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

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.

To apply for this role:

· Click ‘Apply’

· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Sarah Sheldon, Nurse Unit Manager on (02) 6330 5258 or at [email protected] for more information.

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 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