ACT Health
Clinician (Indigenous Identified position) - Alcohol and Drug Services
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Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Classification: Health Professional Level 3/ Psychologist Level 3 (PN 61634)
Note: This role will be filled at either Health Professional Level 3 or Psychologist Level 3 depending on qualifications and experience, in line with the Enterprise Agreement.
HP3 Salary: $111,639 - $120,057 (Plus 12.5% Super)
P3 Salary: $123,014 - $133,492 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: 1 Moore Street, Canberra, ACT 2601
Section: Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS)
Closing Date: 26 July 2026
What can we offer you:
- Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
- Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
- Flexible working conditions.
- Access to Employee Assistance Program.
About the Role:
Make a meaningful difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in the ACT.
Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS) is seeking a passionate and experienced Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Senior Allied Health Professional to join our Police and Court Diversion Services team.
In this role, you will work within a multidisciplinary team to provide culturally safe assessment, counselling, advocacy, referral, and support for people experiencing alcohol and other drug issues who are involved with the justice system. You will play a key role in supporting diversion from the justice system through health-focused interventions and strong partnerships with consumers, families, communities, and stakeholders.
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Join a supportive and collaborative team environment where you will receive ongoing professional development and clinical supervision, contribute to service improvement and innovation, and undertake meaningful work that supports positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We are committed to providing a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that values First Nations perspectives, knowledge, and leadership.
Eligibility:
This is an Identified position in accordance with Section 27(4) of the Public Sector Management Act 1994 and is only open to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This role has been declared Identified to support equitable employment opportunities by increasing access to employment and promoting a diverse and representative workforce. Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage may be requested.
CHS are delivering culturally responsive care and helping create stronger futures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Please Note: Appointment to the position may be made based on written application only.
A merit pool may be established from this recruitment process and will remain valid for 12 months. This pool may be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions across CHS.
For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
- Current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
- Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.
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To Apply:
Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.
Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Prasanth Divakar on (02) 5124 3285 or at prasanth.divakar@act.gov.au
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