Drug Health Forensic Clinician

Drug Health Forensic Clinician NSW Health North Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia Employment Details Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/ Level 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/ Level 2, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 1/ Level 2 Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Cumberland Hospital What You'll Be Doing As a Drug Health Forensic Clinician, you’ll deliver forensic specific clinical services across WSLHD Drug Health. You will assess complex needs, provide individual and group treatment, and contribute to diversion programs that support recovery and reduce reoffending. Your expertise will guide high quality court reporting, crisis response and integrated case management. Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop tailored treatment plans Deliver evidence‑based counselling and structured interventions Produce high standard, timely court reports and liaise professionally with judicial stakeholders Provide holistic case management with a Closing the Gap focus Respond effectively to crisis, risk, ethical issues, and complex consumer needs What We Offer Join Cumberland Hospital’s dedicated Drug Health Service, where you’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to meaningful outcomes for consumers, families, and the wider community. You’ll work in a supportive environment that values specialist skills, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development. Inclusive and culturally competent team environment Strong focus on holistic, person‑centred care Access to specialised supervision and development pathways Opportunities to work across MERIT and NSW Drug Court programs Supportive leadership committed to innovation and best practice How to Apply Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. Essential Criteria Qualification: Relevant tertiary qualifications as a Counsellor, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist or other university qualification deemed equivalent by the employer Registration: Full registration with AHPRA as Occupational Therapist, Provisional Registration or Full Registration with AHPRA as Psychologist where applicable Selection Criteria Tertiary qualification relevant to Counsellor, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist Experience undertaking assessments and designing targeted treatment plans for substance use issues and/or mental health needs Experience working in a counselling role and providing treatment for substance use issues and/or comorbid mental health needs Ability to work in court related programs with clients who have engaged in offending behaviour Proven high quality written and verbal communication skills Prior experience or exposure to crisis and risk situations, as well as challenging client needs An understanding of the array of psychosocial issues that contribute to substance use problems and capacity to take a holistic approach to treatment Further skills and characteristics specific to your classification or level as set out in the relevant Award Position Information Requisition ID: REQ Applications Close: 9th January 2026 Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application. The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview. Equal Opportunity People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit Please note : To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Contact For inquiries about the role, contact Annabel Persson at or Ben Sponza at #J-18808-Ljbffr