Jobs

Queensland Health: Team Leader (Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs) – Townsville

 Permanent full-time. Generous pro rata remuneration package value up to $447,547 p.a. comprising salary range of $6888.00 to $8733.20 p.f. (L18 – L27), 17.5% leave loading, 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include: Regional and rural attraction and retention incentive allowance, relocation and appointment expenses, professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, corporate discounts, wellness programs and the EAP.

We are seeking a Team Leader for our Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATODS) Service based in North Ward, Townsville.

Role Requirements:

The position provides leadership, clinical expertise, supervision and direction to the members of the multidisciplinary team located at North Ward, within the ATODS structure, to enhance health outcomes for individuals and communities with substance related problems.

Applications sought from: Clinical Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists. Possession of relevant tertiary qualifications in Alcohol and Drug is highly desirable.

Why make the change?

Our gorgeous weather promotes an outdoor lifestyle as the sun shines nearly all year round (320+ days/year). Enjoy the benefits of urban living without being trapped in a commuter nightmare of metropolitan traffic. Appreciate the country town `feel’ and change your pace as you absorb the local tropical/coastal flow.

Enquiries: Andrea Catt 07 4433 8121

Job Ad Reference: TV329179

Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV329179

Closing Date: Thursday 28 November 2019

Important Notice:

DANA posts free job advertisements on behalf of third parties who seek to employ drug and alcohol / addiction nursing staff.

The information about the advertised jobs is provided by DANA in good faith based on information provided by the employer seeking staff.  DANA does not screen employers or endorse their employment opportunities, work practices or services. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review and research each employment opportunity as well as verify the terms and conditions of employment with the employer.

This is a  permanent,  part-time position located in  Beenleigh, Queensland, a  25 min drive from the Brisbane CBD.

Remuneration: Generous (above market) Percentage of Medicare Billings.

For more information, click  HERE or  contact Lachlan Foord (0419 761 267 or [email protected]) for a confidential conversation.

Important Notice:

DANA posts free job advertisements on behalf of third parties who seek to employ drug and alcohol / addiction nursing staff.

The information about the advertised jobs is provided by DANA in good faith based on information provided by the employer seeking staff.  DANA does not screen employers or endorse their employment opportunities, work practices or services. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review and research each employment opportunity as well as verify the terms and conditions of employment with the employer.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 (CNS 2) Drug and Alcohol Clinical Care Co-ordinator coordinates and delivers high quality nursing care to patients/clients.

Temporary Part Time (52 weeks)

Requisition ID: REQ136605

Applications Close: 17 November 2019

Find out more. Click HERE.

Important Notice:

DANA posts free job advertisements on behalf of third parties who seek to employ drug and alcohol / addiction nursing staff.

The information about the advertised jobs is provided by DANA in good faith based on information provided by the employer seeking staff.  DANA does not screen employers or endorse their employment opportunities, work practices or services. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review and research each employment opportunity as well as verify the terms and conditions of employment with the employer.

Now recruiting:  RN position at Nimbin OTP; Opioid Treatment and Case Management. This position is a permanent, part time position for 12 hours/week.

Applications close 7th November.

Please click HERE for more information.

Important Notice:

DANA posts free job advertisements on behalf of third parties who seek to employ drug and alcohol / addiction nursing staff.

The information about the advertised jobs is provided by DANA in good faith based on information provided by the employer seeking staff.  DANA does not screen employers or endorse their employment opportunities, work practices or services. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review and research each employment opportunity as well as verify the terms and conditions of employment with the employer.

There are several really good job opportunities for D&A nurses and Nurse Practitioners. Below is just a small sample:

• Nurse Practitioner / Nurse Navigator (Alcohol and Other Drugs) : Sunshine Coast QLD

Click HERE to find out more

• Nursing Unit Manager – Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Services: Orange NSW

Click HERE to find out more

• Nurse Practitioner : Canberra ACT

Click HERE to find out more

• D&A Registered Nurse: Canberra ACT

Click HERE to find out more

• Registered Nurse Level 4.1- Nurse Practitioner: Canberra ACT

Click HERE to find out more

Application date extended! Department for Health and Wellbeing, Drugs and Alcohol Services SA, Community Outpatient services

Job reference: 705256.
Deliver evidenced based clinical practice within and across DASSA’s Community based regional (metro and country) clinical services, including reviewing clients whose compliance and adherence to treatment is suboptimal, providing  prescribing services within a defined medication formulary (NP), consultancy for nurses stabilising new clients and provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment including history and physical examination of clients experiencing substance use disorders. The Nurse Practitioner will evidence a current scope of practice within alcohol and other drug nursing, and/or poses a transferable complimentary skill set and be willing to extend knowledge and experience within a structured DASSA transition program to achieve credentialing in alcohol and other drug speciality area.

Applications close: 25/10/2019 11:45 PM
Find out more. Click HERE.

There are jobs in multiples locations e.g.  Biala Ground Floor outpatient detox and within the Redcliffe and Caboolture ADS teams. Click HERE to find out more.

Visit both websites to find out more  but note that Harm Reduction Centre CN position at Biala is advertised separately given that it is a primarily single shift Monday to Friday role which requires Phlebotomy skills. click HERE to find out more about this position.

Applications for all jobs close on October 4th 2019.

Photo by Pineapple Supply Co. on Unsplash

This is a  full time temporary position (42 weeks)
Requisition ID: REQ125452

What you’ll be doing

The overall purpose of the Community Engagement position is to support engagement in treatment, reduce the impact of problematic drug and alcohol use, prevent relapse, address lifestyle issues to encourage adherence to drug and alcohol treatment goals and improve the psychosocial status of the person.

Where you’ll be working

“A healthy community through quality care”

Northern NSW Local Health District is located in north eastern NSW, extending from Grafton in the south, to Tweed Heads on the Queensland border, and west to Tabulam and Urbenville.  Northern NSW offers a diverse range of landscapes and lifestyles, from world-heritage listed mountain ranges, to world-renowned surfing breaks, and everything in between.

A little bit of information about the region 

Our people live in some of Australia’s most vibrant regional centres, with first class infrastructure, unspoilt natural wonders, pristine coastlines, and a thriving arts scene. It’s a fast-growing region with rewarding careers and adventures to be found among the large cities, regional towns and relaxed rural villages.

For more information about the region visit Northern NSW Local Health District

Applications Close: 17 September 2019

To apply click HERE.  

Department for Health and Wellbeing, Drugs and Alcohol Services SA, Community Outpatient services

Job reference: 705256
Deliver evidenced based clinical practice within and across DASSA’s Community based regional (metro and country) clinical services, including reviewing clients whose compliance and adherence to treatment is suboptimal, providing  prescribing services within a defined medication formulary (NP), consultancy for nurses stabilising new clients and provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment including history and physical examination of clients experiencing substance use disorders. The Nurse Practitioner will evidence a current scope of practice within alcohol and other drug nursing, and/or poses a transferable complimentary skill set and be willing to extend knowledge and experience within a structured DASSA transition program to achieve credentialing in alcohol and other drug speciality area.

Applications close: 13/09/2019 11:45 PM
Find out more. Click HERE.

Position Titles:

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2  /  20 hours per week

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2  /  32 hours per week

Join this friendly and supportive team and provide specific support to the  Drug and Alcohol Specialist Advisory Service (DASAS). DASAS is a state-wide 24/7 free helpline telephone service that offers advice to health professionals across NSW on the clinical management of patients with Alcohol and other Drug (AOD) concerns. The Clinical Nurse Consultant is responsible for the provision of comprehensive drug and alcohol clinical consultancy and determining appropriate solutions to queries, including providing accurate advice, to health professionals within their scope of practice.

Applications close on 9 September 2019 11:59pm

To find out more click  the following

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2  /  20 hours per week

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2  /  32 hours per week

Thank you Hamish Weir for supplying the image