AOD & Mental Health Support Specialist

NADA; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey NSW in Caringbah invites applications for an AOD and MH Worker to join the Help aHead Caringbah hub. The role focuses on delivering targeted counselling, case management and group programs within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires substantial experience in AOD and mental health support, with strong documentation and client assessment skills. This is a full-time ongoing role aligned with the service contract.

Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting persons with AOD and mental health needs.
• Experience providing one-to-one support and group programs.
• Experience with brief and ongoing client assessments.
• Familiarity with CMS and MS Office suite.
• Strong report writing and case notes.
• Awareness of Privacy Act principles and care coordination.
• Commitment to WHS, EEO and quality improvement.
• Ability to regulate emotions with clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised AOD and MH treatment and support.
• Counselling, case management, and group facilitation.
• Deliver psychosocial supports to clients.
• Complete client assessments and follow-ups.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

Skills

AOD and MH support

Counselling

Group facilitation

Case management

Report writing

CMS knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

CMS software

MS Office

Job description

Odyssey NSW in Caringbah invites applications for an AOD and MH Worker to join the Help aHead Caringbah hub. The role focuses on delivering targeted counselling, case management and group programs within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires substantial experience in AOD and mental health support, with strong documentation and client assessment skills. This is a full-time ongoing role aligned with the service contract.