Identified AOD Care Navigator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, committed to shaping a more just and compassionate society.

We are a for-purpose charity dedicated to supporting individuals and communities experiencing poverty, disadvantage, and social isolation. Currently, roughly 1 in 4 people we assist identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We know that a diverse workforce is better placed to meet the needs of our diverse community, which is why we need more deadly staff like you.

• Maximum term, full time until June 2027 (in line with current funding) 

• SCHCADS Award Level 4, hourly rates from  $44.58 - 47.97 

• Generous NFP Tax-Free packaging benefits, increasing take hom pay up to $15,900k 

• Flexible base location with regular travel across the New England region

The AOD Hub

This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting and innovative new service funded by NSW Health and delivered in partnership with Armajun Aboriginal Health Service. The Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Hub will provide specialist, culturally responsive treatment and support across the New England region, focusing on rural and regional communities. Together with Armajun and other local service providers, we will support people with AOD concerns, co-occurring mental health conditions, those at risk of homelessness, Aboriginal people, and people in contact with the criminal justice system.

Your Role

As an AOD Care Navigator, you will provide person-led, culturally appropriate, evidence-based care. This includes assessments, care planning, case management, and coordinating with service providers. You will deliver support in person, by phone, and online, ensuring clients are linked to the right health, community, and support services. You will also contribute to group programs, maintain accurate records, and participate in care coordination meetings. The role involves regular travel within the region and flexibility to work from Armajun offices in Inverell, Glen Innes, or Tenterfield.

You Will Need

• Certificate IV or higher in welfare/community services or equivalent experience

• Experience supporting vulnerable or marginalised people, including those experiencing homelessness

• Strong understanding of alcohol and other drug issues and local support services

• Ability to build relationships with government agencies and NGOs

• Excellent communication, documentation, and computer skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Sound judgement in crisis situations

• Current NSW driver licence

This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

• is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and

• identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and

• is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We believe in supporting our employees with benefits that make a real difference:

• First Nations Staff Network: Annual First Nations Staff Conference bringing together our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff from across the state to connect and embrace culture

• Sorry Business leave: Paid time off to attend to Sorry Business

• Paid NAIDOC leave: Paid leave to take part in NAIDOC activities in your local community

• Salary Packaging: As a NFP, we offer salary sacrifice options of up to $15,900 for everyday expenses like mortgage or car repayments, rent, and bills

• Paid Parental Leave: Take up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave to cherish those early family moments

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, don’t wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.

For the Position Description and any other queries please contact: careers.nsw@vinnies.org.au 

St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages. If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.

The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health / medical assessment may be required for some roles.