At Lives Lived Well, we've been treating and supporting people whose lives are affected by alcohol and other drugs for over 50 years. We also support people with mental health and gambling concerns and those transitioning from correctional centres. We're growing fast and building a reputation as a trusted, innovative provider, focused on clinical excellence… and we'd love you to be part of it.
The Longreach office offers alcohol and drug counselling across western Queensland including outreach to Winton, Blackall and Barcaldine. Living in Central West QLD, you'll never be too far away with daily flights to and from Brisbane out of Longreach, and weekly flights to Townsville. You'll be a part of a close-knit community in Longreach, offering a relaxed and easy-going lifestyle.
There's plenty of opportunity to socialise and meet people with unique events spread across the year. If you need a break from the traffic and fast-paced city lifestyle, Longreach could be the ideal change for you This role provides a unique opportunity to explore and experience many parts of Outback QLD. (visit ).
Your Opportunity
We are looking for a full time AOD Counsellor Case Manager to join our team based in Longreach. As a AOD Counsellor Case Manager you'll engage and support your clients in their ongoing case management, and treatment of AOD dependency and other associated factors. You'll walk beside clients and celebrate with them when they achieve their goals and help to develop their capacity and confidence to exit treatment. A key component of this role will see the AOD Counsellor Case Manager promote awareness of the program and set up new referral pathways.
This is a fixed term parental leave replacement role until July 2026. The gross salary for this role ranges between $88,109 to $105,346 per annum depending on skills and experience, plus Superannuation, Salary Packaging benefits to increase your take-home, and a huge range of discounted products via Perkbox.
What You'll Bring
You will have completed, or be actively working towards, tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, human services, occupational therapy, or another health-related discipline. A sound understanding of the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and Mental Health sectors, along with local area knowledge, is highly desirable. In addition, you will bring the following skills and experience:
* Excellent relationship and rapport building – this role includes networking with local providers and attending meetings and events
* Strong verbal and written communication skills; self-managing and able to prioritise your own workload
* A proactive team player - but as there is some travel involved (up to two days per week) - you will also be comfortable with autonomy and spending time on your own
* An understanding of evidence-based clinical frameworks
* A sound understanding of the professional, ethical, and legislative frameworks, including understanding and setting boundaries
You will also hold a current Australian Drivers Licence and Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or be eligible to obtain.
Benefits of Working with Us
This a great opportunity to be at the forefront of an essential service for people requiring drug and alcohol support, with a chance work within a multi-disciplinary team who provide the best support they can. Some of our benefits include:
* Salary packaging options up to $15,900 per year to increase your take-home pay, plus an Entertainment and Meals allowance card
* Wellspring Discounts – save on everyday items including groceries, petrol, and leisure activities from over 360 retailers
* Extra days paid leave per year to support your wellbeing
* Regular clinical supervision, case conferencing and debriefings
* Both paid and unpaid Cultural Leave for special days and events
* 85% of our current workforce think LLW is a truly great place to work
(People Survey, September 2023)
How to Apply
Applications close on
Friday 6th February 2026,
however we may be conducting interviews throughout the process.
For more information or to request a copy of the position description, contact Karla Smith at
Lives Lived Well is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from a diverse range of social, cultural and gender backgrounds that reflect our community including First Nations People.
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