AOD Support Worker

After-Hours Support Worker
MyHab Addiction Treatment Centre – Melbourne, VIC

We are currently seeking a reliable and compassionate After-Hours Support Worker to join our residential team.

About the Role

Working outside standard hours, you will provide client supervision, emotional support, and incident response. You’ll help ensure continuity of care and the safety of all residents during evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide after-hours support, supervision, and guidance to clients
• Respond to incidents or crises professionally and calmly
• Maintain accurate documentation and shift handovers
• Support clients through wellbeing check-ins and relapse-prevention strategies
• Assist with occasional client transport
• Ensure a safe, respectful, and therapeutic environment

To Be Successful, You’ll Have:

• Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) or similar qualification
• A current driver’s licence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage challenging situations with empathy
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts

We Also Value:

• Lived experience with addiction and recovery
• Experience in residential support, community services, or similar roles
• Understanding of abstinence approach and trauma-informed care

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Rewarding work with meaningful impact

Apply now and make a real difference in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey.

Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]