Senior Alcohol & Drug Clinician, Emergency Mental Health 1

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - RPN4, OT4, SW4, Psycologist3

Req Id - 9870

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
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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 [email protected]

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.

Contact person: Rameen Razmara | Hospital AIS Manager | MHDAS

Email: [email protected]

Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm

Applications Close: Tuesday 24, November 2026

Application closing date: Day date, Month year

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.