Support Worker, AOD

About the role

Based in Queanbeyan, this is a part-time opportunity (15 hours per week), fixed term until 30th June 2027 with the possibility of extension. Hours and days are negotiable.

The Support Worker, AOD will work within the AOD team to provide open, appropriate and effective support to consumers to improve outcomes and reduce harm associated with drug and alcohol use. 

Benefits & Perks

• A positive work culture by offering flexible work arrangements that support your wellbeing
• Ongoing professional development and supervision
• Increase your take home pay by salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment
• GPH Staff Conference
• Employer paid parental leave on top of the government PPL Scheme
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program

Duties

• Support consumers to build decision-making, social skills, independence, healthy habits, and resilience
• Promote community access, participation, and positive self-identity
• Work alongside consumers to achieve personal recovery goals
• Collaborate with housing, mental health, AOD services, families, and carers
• Deliver practical, person-centred, recovery-focused support
• Contribute to holistic care that improves quality of life outcomes

Skills & Experience

1. Qualification (or currently studying) a qualification in mental health, health or community/social services discipline (minimum Certificate IV), and/or Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drug Work or equivalent, or willingness to obtain
2. Demonstrated experience in working with people who live with AOD difficulties
3. Demonstrated commitment to working from a recovery orientation, in line with the National Framework for Recovery Oriented Mental Health Services
4. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of harm minimisation and recovery focused support gained through education and/or training

About Grand Pacific Health

What we care about most is supporting healthier, happier, more connected communities across NSW and the ACT.  We’re a for-purpose organisation delivering high-quality, low- or no-cost physical, mental and social health services. With over 25 locations across NSW and ACT we are a passionate team we’re here for everyone, especially those experiencing or at greater risk of disadvantage.

Interested?

Applications close: 9 November 2026. Shortlisting may begin prior to the closing date.

For more information contact: Erin Dobis, Service Manager on 02 6298 2900 or edobis@gph.org.au

Visit www.gph.org.au/employment to download the Position Description and Employee Benefits Guide, then click Apply to submit your application.

Please ensure your application addresses the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We welcome applications from people with lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.