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Drug and Alcohol Peer WorkerMurrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and passionate individual who is ready for a new adventure.Click hereto discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.Our benefits:A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient careEngaging and intellectually stimulating workA team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it servesA position dedicated to empowering othersSalary packaging, novated leasing, and Health and Wellbeing SupportAbout the role:The Drug and Alcohol Support Worker (DASW) works within the Community Mental Health/ Drug and Alcohol (MHDA) team to completely deliver Drug and Alcohol and social care, to people experiencing substance use issues.Your responsibilities will include.Work alongside other clinicians in providing a recovery focused, person centred Drug and Alcohol services for people experiencing substance use issues, their families and carers.Scope of practice of DASW will differ and is determined by the Team Manager, based on individual support workers relevant knowledge, skills and experience.Undertake a range of duties to support other clinicians and consumer careObserve and monitor the wellbeing of consumers when undertaking wellbeing activities, ensuring that any physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly escalated and documented as appropriate.Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.Employment Type:Temporary Part Time (until 30 June 2026)Position Classification: Health Education Officer (Grad/Non Grad) Remuneration:$64,985.00 - $ 108,229.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)Hours Per Week: 19Requisition ID:REQ636473Why Join UsWork in a role that makes a real impact on vulnerable communities.Access cultural supervision, mentoring, and professional development.Be part of a supportive team committed to collaboration and respect.What Were Looking ForWillingness to complete Cert IV in Peer WorkLived experience relating to accessing Drug an Alcohol services as a consumerGood time management skillsPassion for helping othersCurrent NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel.More information:1) Download thePosition Description2) Find out more aboutapplyingfor this position.For role related queries or questions contact Jessica van den Clarke, Manager Griffith Community Mental Health Drug and Alcohol on (02) 6961 0100 or on for a confidential chat.Applications Close:8 March 2026This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.