Remuneration:$81,748 – $125,507 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 3
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Moree Community Health Service | Kamilaroi Country
Requisition ID: REQ697869
Applications Close: Thursday 29th October 2026

🧠 About the Role:

Make a meaningful impact at the intersection of health and the justice system, supporting people at a pivotal point in their journey. In this dynamic role, you’ll attend court to provide high-quality clinical advice and care aligned with best practice, undertake comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions that promote positive outcomes for clients.

Working across both independent and multidisciplinary settings, you’ll bring professional autonomy, sound clinical judgement and a collaborative approach to your practice. You’ll also have opportunities to share your expertise, provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

Professional development is embedded throughout the role, with ongoing opportunities to strengthen your clinical knowledge, expand your skills and keep your practice contemporary. From day one, you’ll be supported through a structured orientation, tailored training and development, ensuring you have the foundations to thrive in the role.

You’ll also be surrounded by a strong and connected support network, including your MERIT colleagues, Direct Line Manager, Allied Health Lead, Clinical Lead – MERIT NENW, District Manager and the broader DACS community — providing guidance, collaboration and support every step of the way.

🌿 Where You’ll Be Working:

Be part of a collaborative and supportive MERIT team, working alongside Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors and dedicated Administration staff. Together, you’ll deliver holistic counselling, case management and referral pathways for people experiencing drug and alcohol dependency who are engaged with the criminal justice system — providing meaningful support at a pivotal point in their lives.

Based at Moree Community Health, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference while embracing the unique lifestyle of regional NSW. When the workday winds down, enjoy the natural beauty of Waa Gorge, relax at the Artesian Aquatic Centre or discover the local creative scene at Moree Gallery.

While Moree is your home base, your impact will extend across the wider region, with the opportunity to provide valuable support and court coverage across both Moree and Narrabri, connecting with communities and services across the region.

Requirements:

• Must hold a degree in Social Work, Counselling, Occupational Therapy or Nursing which provides either eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association or full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Counsellors must have 3 years full time equivalent experience.
• Eligible to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes, which may involve driving long distances.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

⭐ Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities effectively, with exceptional organisation and time management skills
⭐ A collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team, while confidently contributing and promoting professional expertise
⭐ A strong understanding of confidentiality, privacy and the importance of maintaining professional standards at all times
⭐ Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, respectfully and effectively with a diverse range of people

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional Information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

• Comprehensive understanding or experience in drug and alcohol practice including comprehensive assessment, care planning, intervention, and evidence-based counselling models of care and ability to apply case management principles
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of trauma informed care and its application to therapeutic interventions.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a senior clinician in a multi-disciplinary team demonstrating application of professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations.

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Kate Forbes-Walker (Cultural contact) on kate.forbeswalker@health.nsw.gov.au or Donna Towers on donna.towers@health.nsw.gov.au