AOD Support Worker | Rockhampton Residential Rehabilitation

Lives Lived Well; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading

Job summary

Lives Lived Well is seeking casual AOD Support Workers for Binbi Yadubay Residential Treatment Service near Rockhampton. You will support residents through a six-week program, assist with admissions and daily activities, and help with group activities and outings.

A compassionate, patient approach and strong teamwork are essential. The role requires a current Australian Driver Licence, willingness to obtain a National Police Check, and First Aid/CPR certification (or to obtain).

Qualifications

• Must have compassionate, non-judgemental approach and be committed to helping residents.
• Current Australian Driver Licence is required.
• Ability to obtain National Police Check.
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Hold or work towards Certificate IV in AOD, Mental Health or related field.
• Availability to work weekends and sleepover shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support residents throughout their recovery journey.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and daily activities.
• Support group activities and community outings.
• Maintain accurate client notes and handovers.
• Create a safe, welcoming and recovery-focused environment.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Non-judgemental approach

Emotional maturity

AOD sector experience

Driver Licence

Police check willingness

First Aid & CPR

Certificate IV in AOD / Mental Health

Weekend & sleepover availability

Education

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs / Mental Health / Community Services

Job description

AOD Support Worker | Rockhampton Residential Rehabilitation

Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Support Worker | Rockhampton Residential Rehabilitation

• $40.49 - $43.42 per hour + 25% Casual Loading + Superannuation
• Additional penalty rates apply for evening, sleepover, weekend and public holiday shifts

Support Recovery. Build Connection. Make a Difference.

At Lives Lived Well, we believe recovery is possible.

We're seeking Casual AOD Support Workers to join our team at Binbi Yadubay Residential Treatment Service, located just outside Rockhampton.

Binbi Yadubay, meaning Healthy Beginnings, provides residential withdrawal and rehabilitation services for adults experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges across Central Queensland.

You'll play an important role in supporting residents participating in our six-week residential treatment program, helping them build confidence, navigate recovery and work towards a healthier future.

We're looking for team members who can provide flexibility across a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, weekends and sleepovers.

About the Role

As an AOD Support Worker, you'll:

• Support residents throughout their recovery journey.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and daily activities.
• Support group activities and community outings.
• Maintain accurate client notes and handovers.
• Help create a safe, welcoming and recovery-focused environment.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

About You

You are compassionate, reliable and committed to helping people achieve positive change.

You'll bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A non-judgemental and person-centred approach.
• Emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Experience in, or a genuine interest in building a career within, the Alcohol and Other Drugs sector.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• Ability to obtain a National Police Check.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Hold, be working towards, or be willing to obtain a Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health, Community Services or a related field.
• Availability to work weekends and sleepover shifts.

Why Join Lives Lived Well?

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

We're also proud that 92% of our employees say they're proud to work at Lives Lived Well.