Mental Health Drug And Alcohol Support Worker

Wellways; Geelong; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave loading

Superannuation

Salary packaging

Meal and Entertainment allowance

17.5% leave loading on annual leave

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways Australia in Geelong is seeking a Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Support Worker to engage and support community members with lived experience. The role blends psychosocial support, AOD education and practical connections to services across a seven-day roster.

Join a collaborative, person‑centred team delivering meaningful outcomes and learning opportunities, with a fixed-term contract through to October 2027 and a salary package that recognises SCHADS Level 4B plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated experience.
• Current valid Driver’s License and ability to travel.
• WWCC and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Right to Work within Australia.
• National Police Check valid within 12 months.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised psychosocial support and AOD education.
• Support participants on their recovery journey and wellbeing.
• Connect people and families with appropriate services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to empower clients.
• Build resilience and foster lasting positive change.

Skills

Driver's license

NDIS Orientation

WWCC

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Right to Work

National Police Check

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

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 $15,899enables 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 loadingevery 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 ***

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

Job Description Summary

See attached Position Description

Contract End Date

15/10/2027

Culture

We’re passionate about ourwork, whichis enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.All ofourteamswork toensure 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.

Applications Close

01/11/2026