Clinical Nurse – Drug & Alcohol
We are currently advertising for Clinical Nurse roles at Next Step’s integrated services in Midland Warwick/Innaloo and East Perth for Fixed Term 6 month contract.
About The Role
The role of the Clinical Nurse AOD is to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of those identified as having mental health, drug and alcohol related problems, to assess and manage clinical risk and to participate in the development of the Alcohol and Other Drugs Services. You will manage Clinic based alcohol and other drugs assessment, consultation liaison for withdrawal management, delivery of opioid treatment program, therapeutic interventions and harm minimisation programs.
The successful candidate may be required to work at other Integrated Clinical Service sites based on operational needs.
Next Step
Next Step Is The Leading Government Drug And Alcohol Treatment Service In Western Australia Providing a Range Of Clinical Services. The Treatment Services Provided By Next Step Include
Outpatient services at East Perth and via integrated Community Alcohol and Drug Services at six metropolitan locations
The Inpatient Withdrawal Unit at East Perth
An onsite pharmacy service based at East Perth
Outpatient and inpatient youth services via the Integrated Drug and Alcohol Youth Service.
Community programs including the Community Pharmacotherapy Program and the Clinical Advisory Service.
Next Step strives to be a culturally secure and inclusive service that is respectful of the diverse needs of each individual.
We Reward You
East Metropolitan Health Service is committed to staff development and wellbeing. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- A comprehensive induction and orientation program
- Many options for flexible work arrangements, including working hours and generous leave provisions.
- Access to generous salary packaging arrangements (car leasing, laptops, phones, general living expenses, - including mortgage and rent to name a few).
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to health and wellbeing support
- Discounted private health insurance.
- Eligibility for a Fitness Passport allowing access to multiple health and fitness facilities.
- 5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information go to: http://www.treasury.wa.gov.au/Superannuation/Employees/Overview/
About You
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join this highly specialised service that embraces a multidisciplinary approach to its care.
You Will Be
- Passionate about working in drug and alcohol treatment services- candidates with experience in AOD, Mental Health or clinical nurse community settings, and a desire to work with AOD specialty, will be considered.
- Able to understand and act within key boundaries and maintain a professional relationship with clients
- Flexible, adaptable and capable of learning within challenging environments
- Experienced in working with clients with challenging and complex presentations
- Enthusiastic about working in a multidisciplinary environment
We encourage applications from across Australia and New Zealand and relocation assistance may be available.
About Your Application
Further information about the position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF). Applications are assessed against the selection criteria of the position, as outlined in the JDF.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Applicants are advised to write a covering letter outlining their suitability for this position, write a statement addressing the
selection criteria 2 and 3 and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
This selection process will initially be used to ï¬ll the current vacancy and contracts in Midland Warwick/Innaloo and East Perth but suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2025
For further job related information: We encourage you to contact Toni Hamilton, Clinical Nurse Manager at toni.hamilton@mhc.wa.gov.au; 92191825
For any queries related to the application process: please contact emhstalent@health.wa.gov.au or call 08 92245124
Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Equality: East Metropolitan Health Service is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist.
We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on will not be accepted.
Further Opportunities
This selection process will initially be used to ï¬ll the above vacancy. Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/09/2025
