Senior Alcohol & Drug Clinician | Emergency Mental Health

 Employment Type -  Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80 

Job Category - Registered Psychiatric Nurse (Grade 4) | OT and SW (Grade 3) | Psychology (Grade 3)

Req Id - 6640 

• • Join a leading MHDAS service recognised for excellence in AOD care
  • Be part of a high-performing team shaping acute mental health care
  • Live and work in Geelong, a vibrant coastal city with great lifestyle

   

   

  About the role

  As a Senior Mental Health Clinician (AOD) within the Emergency Mental Health team, you will provide specialist assessment, brief intervention and care coordination for consumers presenting with acute mental health and substance use concerns. Working within a 24/7 multidisciplinary service, you will support timely, safe and effective access to Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (MHDAS) across the Emergency Department and community settings, including PACER responses.

  In this senior role, you will deliver clinical leadership and workflow coordination in collaboration with the Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist, while working closely with the AOD Consultation Liaison team and broader service network. You will also contribute to service improvement initiatives, strengthen partnerships with internal and external providers, and provide professional supervision and mentoring.

  This is a fast-paced, high-impact role offering the opportunity to lead clinical practice, influence service delivery and improve outcomes for consumers in crisis.

   

  Key Responsibilities

  As a senior clinician, you will:

  • Provide expert AOD assessment, brief intervention and risk management in acute and crisis settings
  • Deliver clinical leadership and support workflow coordination, in partnership with the Team Manager and Consultant Psychiatrist
  • Work collaboratively with the AOD Consultation Liaison team and broader MHDAS services
  • Lead and contribute to service improvement initiatives across EMH, AIS and the wider service system
  • Strengthen partnerships with internal teams and external service providers, enhancing care continuity
  • Provide discipline-specific supervision, mentoring, and student support

   

  What We Are Looking For

  We are looking for a senior mental health clinician with demonstrated expertise in AOD and acute mental health care, who can provide clinical leadership, support team workflow, and contribute to service improvement. Strong communication and partnership skills are essential.

   

  Position Description

  Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

   

  Barwon Health staff benefits

  • Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
  • A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Extensive professional development opportunities
  • Attractive salary packaging benefits
    • Living expenses capped at $9,010
    • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

   

  For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here

   

  Diversity and Inclusion

  Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

   

  Child Safety

  We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)

   

  Additional information

  If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

   

  All appointments are subject to:

  • Satisfactory Police Record Check
  • Immunisation Status Clearance
  • Working with Children Check (if applicable)

   

  To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

   

  Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.