AOD Support Worker - Logan

Lives Lived Well; Logan City; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport membership

Perkbox discounts

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Lives Lived Well is seeking a compassionate AOD Support Worker for Chambers Flat, Logan. This part-time ongoing role covers 3:00pm–8:00pm, Monday to Friday, across Logan House Rehabilitation and Logan Family Recovery, helping residents and families on their recovery journey.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide structured programs, wellbeing activities, and supportive care, while maintaining accurate records and fostering a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Non-judgemental, person-centred approach with professional boundaries.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Support and monitor afternoon and evening program activities.
• Assist with medication supervision where required.
• Facilitate wellbeing and recovery-focused activities and provide emotional support.

Skills

Communication

Compassionate approach

Boundaries

Adaptability

Problem solving

First aid/CPR

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Mental Health

Job description

At Lives Lived Well, we’ve been supporting people impacted by alcohol and other drugs for over 50 years. We also provide services for mental health, gambling concerns, and support for people transitioning from correctional centres. As a values-driven organisation focused on clinical excellence and innovation, we’re growing fast - and we’d love you to be part of our journey.

AOD Support Worker - Chambers Flat, Logan

Part-Time Ongoing Position

3:00pm - 8:00pm Monday to Friday (25 Hours Per Week)
$40.49 - $43.42 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Support Recovery. Strengthen Families. Make a Difference.

At Lives Lived Well, we believe recovery is possible.

We've been supporting people whose lives are impacted by alcohol and other drugs for over 50 years. We also work alongside people experiencing mental health and gambling concerns, and those transitioning from correctional centres.

We're seeking a compassionate and reliable AOD Support Worker to join our team in Chambers Flat, providing support across both Logan House Rehabilitation and Logan Family Recovery.

Located on the same site, these services support adults, families and children affected by alcohol and other drug challenges. In this role, you'll help create a safe, structured and supportive environment while working across both programs to assist residents and families on their recovery journey.

This permanent part-time position is worked 3:00pm to 8:00pm Monday to Friday (25 hours per week), with a strong focus on client engagement, wellbeing, evening routines and program support.

About the Role

As an AOD Support Worker, you'll play an important role in supporting clients, residents and families throughout their treatment and recovery journey. You will:

• Support and monitor structured afternoon and evening program activities.
• Assist with medication supervision where required.
• Facilitate or support wellbeing and recovery-focused activities.
• Provide emotional support, encouragement and practical assistance.
• Maintain accurate client notes, records and handovers.
• Build positive and professional relationships with residents, families and children.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and recovery-focused environment.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team across both residential programs.

This is a meaningful role where you'll see firsthand the progress people and families make as they work towards recovery and positive change while being supported by a compassionate and committed team.

About You

You are compassionate, resilient and committed to supporting people to improve their lives.

You’ll bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A non-judgemental and person-centred approach.
• The ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries.
• Flexibility to follow structure while adapting to changing situations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
• Emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Reliability, resilience and adaptability.
• An understanding of the complexities of alcohol and other drug use and the importance of recovery-oriented support.
• Sound computer skills and experience maintaining accurate records and handovers.
• A genuine passion for supporting people on their recovery journey.
• Certificate IV in Community Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health, or a related discipline.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• Current National Police Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain.

Why Join Lives Lived Well?

When you join Lives Lived Well, you're joining an organisation committed to supporting recovery, wellbeing and positive change.

You’ll also enjoy:

• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Fitness Passport membership opportunities.
• Access to employee discounts through Perkbox.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of individuals and families in recovery.

Our Values

The people who thrive at Lives Lived Well are those who share our values:

• We are humble, human and full of hope.
• We show up and share.
• We ask "Why not?" and "What's next?"
• We leave a positive wake.

Lives Lived Well is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from a diverse range of social, cultural and gender backgrounds that reflect our community, including First Nations Peoples.

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