AOD Community Service Worker

We Help Ourselves (WHOS) – Gunyah, Lilyfield NSW

WHOS provides a range of evidence-based therapeutic programs in NSW and Queensland. Further information on our services can be found at  www.whos.com.au

WHOS Gunyah is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person for a fulltime AOD Community Service Worker role in our Men’s Program, Gunyah, based at Lilyfield NSW.

Through this role you will be able to provide:

a) assessment, referral, and education,
b) supervision and support to clients in a residential setting,
c) a structured daily program,
d) therapeutic interventions

To be considered applicants must respond to and meet the following selection criteria:

1. Certificate IV or higher in AOD, Community Services, Mental Health or related field.
2. Ability to work with clients that have AOD and associated conditions.
3. Knowledge of the AOD sector,
4. Work a rotating roster inclusive of day, evening and weekend shifts.
5. Ability to facilitate groups.
6. Ability to work within a residential treatment service.
7. Understanding of harm minimisation strategies.
8. Unrestricted driving license

Being male is a genuine requirement for this position, under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

Remuneration:

• Remuneration is in accordance with the SCHADSI Award.
• Salary packaging is available.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

To apply you must have the right to work in Australia, be willing to provide a current National Police Clearance Check and respond to the selection criteria noted above.

Position enquiries and applications which include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your resume can be sent to the Manager WHOS Gunyah:

Bruce Wright – E: bruce.wright@whos.com.au – M: 0499 324 224.

Applications close: Friday 10th July 2026