Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Liverpool Drug Health Services
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1-2
Remuneration:
Counsellor Level 1: $73,427.00 - $85,800.00 per annum
Counsellor Level 2: $91,472.00 - $104,753.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ580946
Application Close Date: 15/06/2025
Interview Date Range: 18/06/2025 – 25/06/2025
Contact Details: Kurt Simpson – (02) 8778 7868 | [email protected]
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about delivering culturally responsive, community-centered care? As a Counsellor with the SWSLHD Aboriginal Drug Health Team, you’ll be a vital part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting Aboriginal clients and their families as they navigate challenges related to substance use.
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to empower individuals, strengthen families, and create lasting change in the community. Working hand-in-hand with Aboriginal Health Workers, you’ll provide psychological interventions rooted in a strong cultural framework tailored to the unique needs of Aboriginal consumers.
If you’re driven by purpose and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!
What You'll be Doing
The Counsellor will provide individual and group-work interventions in a range of settings that reduce drug related harm and provide a high standard of culturally responsive, clinical care in line with SWSLHD policies and procedures, standards, relevant legislation, and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The position will also participate in professional development, cultural supervision, clinical supervision, teaching, quality activities and other relevant departmental and administrative duties
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD Drug Health Services operates across the South Western Sydney Local Health District, providing a comprehensive range of treatments and interventions for individuals, families, and carers affected by alcohol and other drug use.
The services include inpatient withdrawal at the 'Corella' unit in Fairfield, the Opioid Treatment Program, outpatient clinics, and specialised teams such as the Aboriginal Drug & Alcohol Team and the Youth Service. Recognised for their excellence, SWSLHD Drug Health Services has been a finalist in the NSW Health Excellence in Allied Health Awards, highlighting their commitment to high-quality care and innovation.
The supportive and multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment approaches. With convenient locations at hospitals and community health centres, the service ensures accessible and effective support for the diverse communities in the region.
Working here means being part of a committed team focused on improving health outcomes and making a positive impact on people's lives.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- This position has been advertised under the SWSLHD Aboriginal Targeted Recruitment Program, meaning that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, where found suitable, will be given higher priority. Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander? If so, please share some details about your heritage, including a brief description of your family and community connections.
- Tertiary qualification as a Registered Counsellor, which provides eligibility for membership with a professional organisation and or current registration with AHPRA where applicable.
- Can you describe your experience in delivering culturally responsive therapeutic interventions for Aboriginal clients within a drug and alcohol service, including your understanding of harm reduction approaches and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team?
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ️ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ️ background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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