Identified AOD Care Navigator

About Us

The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, who are committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.

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• 3 x days per week | Part-time Max-term Contract | Location: Inverell, NSW
• Identified position for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants 
• SCHCADS Award $41.52 to $44.68 per hour + super
• Generous NFP tax-free packaging benefits

Your Role

This role is an opportunity to support and strengthen the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Inverell community.As an Identified AOD Care Navigator, you will walk alongside community members, supporting their recovery journey through culturally safe, respectful, and community-led approaches. This is a part-time role (3 days per week) focused on building strong local connections and improving access to alcohol and other drug support services.  The New England AOD Hub is a diverse service designed to meet the needs of people living in regional communities.The Hub supports people experiencing AOD challenges, mental health concerns, and other complex needs, with a strong focus on culturally safe service delivery for the local community. 

Your Responsibility

• Providing culturally appropriate care and support
• Strengthening connections between individuals, families, and services
• Supporting people to stay connected to culture, community, and Country
• Working closely with Aboriginal organisations, including Armajun Aboriginal Health Service
• Building trust and relationships within the local community

You Will Need

• Identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role 
• Experience working with community and supporting people with complex needs
• Understanding of AOD and community services
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Current NSW driver licence

Apply Now

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

We Offer:

• Supportive Team – Join a welcoming, values-driven team with a strong sense of community.
• Boost Your Take-Home Pay – Access up to $15,900 in tax-free benefits for everyday expenses.
• Career Progression – Grow with clear pathways to leadership and internal opportunities.
• Learning & Development - On-demand training to support your professional growth. 
• Wellbeing Support –  EAP and wellness services to support your mental and physical well-being. 
• Inclusive Culture – Thrive in a diverse workplace with active RAP and DIAP programs.
• Leave Benefits –5 days Sorry Business Leave , Mental Health/Wellbeing Day Off, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus access to cultural and study leave to support your personal and professional life. 

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.