Administration Officer- MERIT/ Drug and Alcohol

Looking for a dynamic administrative role where you can support a dedicated Drug and Alcohol team making a difference in people’s lives? Join a cooperative and fast-paced environment where you’ll provide essential administrative support to the MERIT program, helping deliver a responsive and high-quality service to the community.

Be part of the vibrant and professional team improving and enriching the health of our communities in millions of ways every day.

Our benefits

Financial:

- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full time and part-time staff)

Work-Life Balance:

- Paid maternity and parental leave (for more information)
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Health & Wellbeing:

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

About the role

The MERIT Administration Officer provides a broad range of administrative and clerical support to the Drug and Alcohol case management team, including coordinating client appointments, maintaining records, and preparing reports. The role supports the effective delivery of a drug diversion program by ensuring accurate data entry, managing competing priorities, and contributing to a high‑quality, responsive service.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Provide high-level administrative support to the MERIT case management team, including report preparation and correspondence.
- Coordinate client appointments, manage enquiries, and perform reception and switchboard duties.
- Accurately enter, maintain, and manage client and program data across relevant systems and databases.
- Assist in the preparation of statistical reports and ensure data compliance for Drug and Alcohol reporting requirements.




- Support program operations through records management, meeting coordination (including minute taking), and general office administration tasks.

Employment type: Permanent Part Time or Casual opportunities available

Position classification: Administration Officer – Level 3

Remuneration: $71,072.43 – $73,287.41 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per week: Up to 32 hours (32 hours available at Albury and 32 hours at Griffith)

Requisition ID: REQ672382

Location: Albury & Griffith

Criteria candidates are required to meet

- Currently hold a paid NSW Working with Children Check
- Demonstrated experience providing administrative support in a fast‑paced or complex environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills, with proven ability to liaise effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including clients who may be in crisis.
- Proven proficiency in data entry, databases, and Microsoft Office applications, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support service delivery.

For role related queries or questions contact Casey Doyle, A/Manager Strategic Development Drug & Alcohol & Early Intervention Programs - on [email protected]

Applications close

17 July 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

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📌 Administration Officer- MERIT/ Drug and Alcohol (Griffith)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 Griffith