Substance Misuse Recovery Support Specialist

2 days ago


Shire of Esperance, Australia Hope Community Services Full time

Hope Community Services is introducing Peer workers across our Community Alcohol and other Drugs Service.

As a valued member of our Community Alcohol and Drug Services (CADS) teams, you will help connect Hope with the local community and deliver services. The role involves:

  • Acting as a first point of contact for clients
  • Working alongside participants and counsellors to identify goals that are important to them
  • Supporting participants to connect in the community
  • Facilitating support groups
  • Maintaining records using our online client management system

You will also be supported to advocate for consumer rights and provide feedback to Primary Health Networks regarding barriers to services.

About You

This role requires experience of recovery from substance misuse or addiction and living well. As a Peer Worker, you must be willing to promote, participate in, and contribute to a supportive team environment. You will work collaboratively with community members and health professionals, including specialists, GPs, nurses, and allied health professionals.

Some IT skills are necessary for record-keeping, and good communication skills are essential. An understanding of the local health system, including referral pathways, is desirable.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. Hope Community Services offers not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax, and discounts with a major health insurance provider.

Other benefits include free external counselling through our EAP Service and clinical supervision in counselling roles. You will also have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills within our organisation.

We acknowledge and welcome diversity amongst staff and clients, including culture, neurodivergence, language, race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex variations, religion, socio-economic status, and relationship status.



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