Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Support Worker

Full time, fixed term role until October 2027
Use your real life experience to engage, encourage and support community members
$46.70 – 50.25 phr (SCHADS Level 4B) + Leave loading + Super + Salary packaging
At Wellways, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+. We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.
About this Program
The Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System has challenged us to think beyond incremental improvement to deliver a mental health system that helps all Victorians live their best lives. In a region characterised by fragmentation, complexity, and access barriers, implementing the Greater Geelong and Borough of Queenscliff (GGQ) Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is a key step in realising this goal. The GGQ Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is delivered by a consortium of equal partners: Barwon Health, Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative Ltd, Wellways Australia and ERMHA365. The GGQ Local Service is underpinned by positivity, hope and inclusion.
About this Opportunity
In this rewarding role, you’ll walk alongside participants on their recovery journey, providing personalised psychosocial support, AOD education and interventions, and connecting people and their families with the right services to support their wellbeing and recovery. You’ll work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to empower people, build resilience and create meaningful, lasting change.
If you’re compassionate, collaborative and committed to person-centred care, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in your community. This role operates across a seven-day roster, including public holidays and extended hours. Join us and help people take the next step towards a brighter future!
You will need:
Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience
Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
Right to Work within Australia
Satisfactory National Police Record Check (valid within the last 12 months)
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
About Us
Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!
Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
What we offer
A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Natalie Valys, Program Coordinator on 0418 205 379
Once you APPLY click her for a copy of the position description
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways
Job Description SummarySee attached Position Description
Contract End Date15/10/2027
Culture
We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
How to Apply
This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.
Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.
Applications Close01/11/2026