Youth AOD Counsellor & Case Manager — Outreach & Support

Lives Lived Well; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lives Lived Well in Lithgow is seeking an AOD Youth Counsellor / Case Manager to provide counselling and therapeutic support to young people, assess needs, and develop individual support plans, drawing on trauma-informed, person-centred approaches.

You will deliver outreach across Lithgow and nearby communities, run youth-focused groups, work with families and schools, and help young people access further supports while keeping detailed client records.

Qualifications

• Experience in health or community services supporting young people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, person-centred and recovery-oriented practice.
• Genuine passion for helping young people achieve positive change.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and therapeutic support to young people.
• Complete assessments and develop individual support plans.
• Support young people to identify strengths, goals and pathways forward.
• Deliver outreach support across Lithgow and surrounding communities.
• Facilitate youth-focused groups and education programs.
• Work closely with families, schools and community partners.
• Connect young people to additional supports and services as required.
• Maintain client records and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Youth experience

Communication skills

Trauma-informed care

Passion for youth support

Education

Counselling/Social Work/Psychology

Job description

Lives Lived Well in Lithgow is seeking an AOD Youth Counsellor / Case Manager to provide counselling and therapeutic support to young people, assess needs, and develop individual support plans, drawing on trauma-informed, person-centred approaches.

You will deliver outreach across Lithgow and nearby communities, run youth-focused groups, work with families and schools, and help young people access further supports while keeping detailed client records.