Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment

MAGISTRATES EARLY REFERRAL INTO TREATMENT (MERIT) CASE MANAGER – Bega, Moruya and Goulburn – Incentives Offered Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 30 June 2026) Location: Bega, Moruya or Goulburn Position Classification: Dependent upon qualifications Hours per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ Applications Close: 19 November 2025 Remuneration Counsellor Lvl 1/2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour Psychologist: $39.01 – $57.10 per hour Registered Nurse: $37.48 – $52.62 per hour Social Worker Lvl 1/2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour Welfare Officer Lvl 1/2: $37.03 – $52.83 per hour About The Service The Drug and Alcohol Clinician role supports recovery and wellness in a rural community. The clinician provides compassionate, evidence‑based care to reduce harm and promote wellbeing, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. What You’ll Be Doing MERIT (Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment) is a court diversion program that allows local court defendants with drug and alcohol problems to address their substance use and related life and health issues. You will engage with individuals facing court proceedings, providing assessment, intensive case management, support, counselling and treatment. Your role is to improve their lifestyle and health, reducing re‑offending, and to collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored interventions and support lasting change. Selection Criteria Tertiary qualifications and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist, OR tertiary qualifications for a Social Worker, Counsellor or Welfare Officer with eligibility for membership in the relevant professional association. Demonstrated knowledge and experience of holistic treatment and prevention approaches in the alcohol and other drugs field, including screening, assessment, brief intervention, withdrawal management, discharge planning, referral, group work and community follow‑up. Applied knowledge and competency in case management and treatment options for people and families presenting with problematic or harmful drug use. Experience liaising and working in partnership with government and non‑government services and community groups. Leadership experience in a diverse range of inpatient and/or outreach settings, able to work within a multidisciplinary team or autonomously. High‑level communication skills, advanced written and oral communication, and competent computer skills. Current unrestricted driver’s licence and willingness to drive and travel as required, including overnight stays. Benefits NSW Health Rural Incentive scheme up to $5,000 (dependent on location). Working within SNSWLHD and Sustainable Healthcare initiatives. Salary packaging options. Health and Wellbeing benefits: Fitness Passport, annual influenza vaccinations, etc. Support for relocation – see the Welcome Experience NSW Government site. Information for Applicants Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and has the Stepping Up website to support Indigenous job applicants. This is a Category A position; compliance with NSW Health PD2024_015 will be required. All staff will adhere to NSW Health’s Child Safe Standards and the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. We are a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ individuals and others who bring diverse experiences. If you need accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact Estelle Roberts ( ) for confidential support. Eligibility for permanent employment requires Australian citizenship, permanent residency or New Zealand citizenship with a current New Zealand Passport. #J-18808-Ljbffr