AOD Support Worker — Recovery & Safety Lead

The Salvation Army; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Sydney, NSW seeks a values-driven AOD Support Worker to provide recovery-oriented support in a participant-led service. This part-time role (three days a week) is based in Surry Hills and requires a minimum Certificate 4 in relevant work, a NSW driver’s licence, and experience with AOD.

You will implement risk management, run daily programs focusing on health and education, maintain records, support medication self-administration, and work with staff to progress treatment

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate 4 qualification relevant to the work performed.
• Experience working with people with AOD and Co-occurring issues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-oriented support aligned with TSA policies and procedures.
• Implement risk management and safety protocols across all activities.
• Facilitate daily programs focused on health, communication, education, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure continuity of care and progress on treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate records, complete incident reports, and uphold compliance standards.
• Support medication self-administration and conduct drug testing.
• Identify service gaps and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

AOD experience

First Aid Certificate

Driver's license

Education

Certificate 4 in relevant field

Job description

The Salvation Army in Sydney, NSW seeks a values-driven AOD Support Worker to provide recovery-oriented support in a participant-led service. This part-time role (three days a week) is based in Surry Hills and requires a minimum Certificate 4 in relevant work, a NSW driver’s licence, and experience with AOD.

You will implement risk management, run daily programs focusing on health and education, maintain records, support medication self-administration, and work with staff to progress treatment