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AOD Clinical Nurse (Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Service
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Service, Mental Health Service Group, THHS
Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATODS), is located at the North Ward Health Campus and the Vincent Health Campus. ATODS provide a range of services including intake, assessment and counselling, Opiate treatment program, Health promotion and Needle-and-syringe program.
The ATODS team are currently seeking to recruit a AOD Clinical Nurse to their team on a casual basis.
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Non Standard Hours |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV622114 |
| Closing date | 11-Mar-2025 |
| Job duration | Casual - Non Standard Hours |
| Contact person | Marta Bogacz-O'Malley |
| Contact details | 07 4433 9600 Access the National Relay Service |
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
About your opportunity:
Casual position available
As a clinician working in the Alcohol Tobacco and Other Drugs Service (ATODS), you will provide a broad range of base level assessments and interventions to individuals, their families, and groups in the context of minimising harm from substance use at all levels within the Townsville geographical area.
This role will regularly involve providing detailed assessment or case manager services and therapy to people affected by all types of substances and a diverse range of populations and cultures, including consumers who are opiate dependant (on the Queensland Opiate Treatment Program (QOTP). Provision of outreach service may include other locations within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service at times.
Casual Rates of $68.06 to $72.87 per hour (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1)
Requirements:
- Proof of qualification, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Highly Desirable:
- Credentialed status (or willingness to undertake and complete the requirements) with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.
- Possession of or working towards a relevant post-registration and/or tertiary qualifications in mental health nursing or Alcohol and Other Drugs would be well regarded.
- While not mandatory, eligibility for appointment as an Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) under the Mental Health Act 2016 would be well regarded.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
- All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the service.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Marta Bogacz O'Malley on (07) 4433 9600.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV622114
Applications close: Tuesday, 11 March 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
NG6-1 AOD Clinical Nurse (ATODS) 32107082 (Word, 466KB)
Role Description
