Registered Nurse - Alcohol and Other Drug (522983dL4)

*Please note this position is also being advertised as an Alcohol and Other Drug Senior Counsellor (522983L4). Please note Multiple Positions will be filled on Merit. Please note this position is eligible for a Multi-Disciplinary Allowance.

*This is not a graduate level position. 2-3 years post registration experience expected.

Make a Meaningful Difference in People’s Lives

Are you a Registered Nurse with experience providing counselling and therapeutic interventions to people affected by alcohol and other drug use? This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a specialist service where your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will have a genuine impact on individuals, families, and communities across Tasmania.

The Team

The Tasmanian Department of Health is seeking dedicated and motivated Registered Nurses to join the Alcohol and Drug Service Community Team. You will work within a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians committed to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based alcohol and other drug treatment services. ADS operates within a supportive, collaborative environment that values professional development, clinical leadership and continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse within the Alcohol and Drug Service Community Team, you will provide comprehensive, evidence‑based assessment, and individual outpatient counselling to people experiencing alcohol and other drug issues. Many clients present with complex needs, including co‑occurring mental health, physical health and psychosocial challenges.

In the role of Registered Nurse - Alcohol and Other Drug, you will:

• Deliver individual counselling and therapeutic interventions to support recovery and wellbeing
• Undertake comprehensive AOD assessments and develop person‑centred care plans
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and consultation with internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in health promotion, education and community awareness activities
• Contribute to quality assurance, service development and continuous improvement initiatives

This role offers the opportunity to build strong therapeutic relationships, support meaningful change, and work in a role that is both professionally fulfilling and impactful.

You Will Need

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Experience providing counselling and therapeutic interventions in an alcohol and other drug setting
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary, evidence‑based practice in AOD treatment and prevention, including harm minimisation principles
• Demonstrated ability to undertake complex AOD assessments and deliver effective interventions
• Well‑developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience or capability to contribute to quality assurance, service improvement and/or research activities

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

This role is based in Southern Tasmania; you can find out more about the region here

Details of appointment:

Multiple permanent, full time and part time, day worker positions, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. 

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part t