Position Highlights

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact supporting individuals experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges

• Outreach work across Chinchilla, Miles and Tara

• Professional supervision, learning and development opportunities

• Additional wellbeing leave, salary packaging and employee benefits

• SCHADS Award Level 4.1 to 5.1 | $92,295 - $105,577 plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits

Employment Type

• Temporary Full-Time

• Contract to 30 June 2027

Practice Information
This organisation is a leading not-for-profit provider of alcohol and other drug, mental health, gambling and wellbeing services. The service delivers assessment, counselling, case management, care coordination, recovery planning and referral support to individuals and communities across regional Queensland.

Position Description
An opportunity is available for an AOD Counsellor / Case Manager to join a supportive team based in Chinchilla. The role is responsible for providing assessment, counselling, case management and recovery-focused support to individuals experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges.
Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment and recovery plans, providing evidence-based counselling interventions, coordinating referrals and care, and working collaboratively with community and health service providers to support positive client outcomes. The position also involves regular outreach services to Miles and Tara.

Position Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Human Services, Behavioural Science or a related discipline

• Experience delivering counselling and/or case management services within alcohol and other drug, mental health or community services

• Knowledge of alcohol and other drug treatment, recovery and harm minimisation approaches

• Demonstrated ability to engage and support people with complex needs

• Strong communication, assessment and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and community organisations

• Sound computer and administration skills

• Current Australian Driver Licence

• Valid working rights in Australia

After Hours Requirements
No.

About Chinchilla
Chinchilla is a thriving regional community in Queensland's Western Downs region, offering affordable living, excellent local amenities, schools, sporting facilities and a welcoming community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while maintaining access to essential services and a strong sense of community connection.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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