Job Description
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
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
Ready to make a meaningful impact?
At NSW Health, you’ll be part of a workforce that cares deeply, collaborates widely and strives for better health outcomes for all. Apply now to join a team where your skills create real community impact.
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
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
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
Ready to make a meaningful impact?
At NSW Health, you’ll be part of a workforce that cares deeply, collaborates widely and strives for better health outcomes for all. Apply now to join a team where your skills create real community impact.
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
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Drug Health Forensic Clinician position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in North Parramatta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
