Community Engagement Worker, Alcohol and Other Drugs - various locations within NNSWLHD Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to professionally support people requesting assistance with alcohol and drug use.With a rewarding career in alcohol and other drugs, you can be part of the vibrant and professional team enriching health in millions of ways every day.Our benefits:A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient careEngaging and intellectually stimulating workA team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it servesA position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goalsSalary packaging and novated leasing - increase your take-home pay.Fitness discounts - focus on your health and wellbeing.Growth - access to professional and personal development.Team culture - work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environmentOpportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforceEmployment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 55 weeks)Position Classification: Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Counsellor Lvl 1/2, Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2, Social Worker Lvl 1/2Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 per annum pro rata, dependent on qualificationsHours Per Week: 32Requisition ID: REQ562068This vacancy is maternity leave relief for an initial period of up to (55 weeks) for (32 hours per week); the hours and period of employment may change according to the maternity leave requirements. There is also the possibility of an extension at same/reduced hours.About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here.Relocating to the region?The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.Learn more at: The alcohol and other drugsteam work for the greater good through an open, flexible and dynamic, strengths-based approach. We listen to understand, not label. We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.About the roleThe Community Engagement worker supports engagement in treatment to reduce the impact of problematic drug and alcohol use, prevent relapse, address lifestyle issues to encourage adherence to drug and alcohol treatment goals and to improve the psychosocial status of the person. Providing assertive follow up to community-based referrals, and work to identify and address barriers to accessing treatment as part of a multidisciplinary drug and alcohol team.Join our team and you'll enjoy:Salary packaging and novated leasing - increase your take-home payFitness discounts - focus on your health and wellbeingGrowth - access to professional and personal developmentTeam culture - work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environmentOpportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforceNeed more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Shannon White on Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.Applications Close: 30 March 2025NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see. You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.This recruitment may be used to fill future positions for permanent, temporary and casual positions.Follow us on: LinkedIn and Facebook NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.