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Drug and Alcohol, Clinical Psychologist, Whole Family Team
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NSW Health
Salary : $113,617 - $138,482 per annum plus 12% super & salary packaging
Employment type : Permanent Full-Time
Location : Whole Family Team, Nowra
Job ID : REQ616259 | Applications close: Sunday 7 December 2025
Role Description The ISLHD Drug & Alcohol Service delivers a range of treatment and support services for people encountering problems with alcohol or substance use and their families and carers. The ISLHD Whole Family Team provides high quality care to families to ensure the provision of evidence based interventions and optimal health outcomes consistent with ISLHD policies, procedures, standards, relevant legislation and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. The Whole Family Team Drug and Alcohol Clinical Psychologist works intensively and assertively with families to assist in managing their mental health and drug & alcohol issues and developing the skills necessary to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A Little About Us The Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) team works 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.
Benefits
Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees)
Salary packaging – less tax and more take‑home pay
Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre‑taxed salary (eligible full‑time employees)
Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
Career progression, career development and secondment opportunities
Requirements
Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A.
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
Current AHPRA Registration
Masters degree or higher in Clinical Psychology
Current full drivers licence valid within Australia
Apply Now Read the Position Description, then use our online portal to submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. Please note you must meet all essential requirements listed above.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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For role‑related queries or help applying, contact Cheryl Laidlaw at Cheryl.laidlaw@health.nsw.gov.au
Seniority level Entry level
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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