At Lives Lived Well, we’ve been supporting people impacted by alcohol and other drugs for over 50 years. We also provide services for mental health, gambling concerns, and support for people transitioning from correctional centres. As a values-driven organisation focused on clinical excellence and innovation, we’re growing fast - and we’d love you to be part of our journey.

Project Lead – Western Queensland Stigma Reduction Project

0.8 FTE Fixed-Term Opportunity to 30 June 2027 | SCHADS Award

Lives Lived Well is seeking applications from current employees for the role of Project Lead – Western Queensland Stigma Reduction Project.

This exciting internal opportunity will lead the next phase of our work to reduce alcohol and other drug (AOD) stigma across Western Queensland. Building on the success of our previous stigma reduction initiative, the project aims to improve community understanding of AOD issues, reduce discrimination, encourage help-seeking behaviours, and strengthen connections between communities and support services.

Working collaboratively with communities, stakeholders, service providers and people with lived experience, the successful applicant will help drive positive change and contribute to improved health and wellbeing outcomes across the region.

About the Role

As Project Lead, you will coordinate and deliver project activities across Western Queensland, working closely with local clinicians, community members and key stakeholders to achieve project objectives and outcomes.

The position

Is a 0.8 FTE fixed-term role until 30 June 2027

Can be based from a Lives Lived Well office, home office, or a combination of both

Requires travel throughout Western Queensland,



including occasional overnight stays

Involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across the health, community and social services sectors

Works closely with local clinicians to support engagement, project delivery and community outcomes

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation and delivery of the Western Queensland Stigma Reduction Project.

Coordinate community engagement, education and awareness activities across the region.

Build on previous project findings, recommendations and stakeholder relationships.

Develop and maintain strong partnerships with community groups, service providers and other key stakeholders.

Promote evidence-based, person-centred approaches to alcohol and other drug education and awareness.

Champion the use of non-stigmatising language and practices within community and service settings.

Facilitate lived experience participation and co-design activities to inform project planning, delivery and evaluation.

Deliver health promotion and harm reduction initiatives that support increased community understanding of AOD issues.

Monitor project outcomes and support data collection, evaluation and reporting requirements.

Contribute to project governance, funding acquittals and other reporting obligations.

Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to achieve project objectives.

About You





We encourage applications from employees who can demonstrate:

Experience in project coordination, community engagement, health promotion or service delivery.

Knowledge of the alcohol and other drug, mental health, public health or community services sectors.

Solid communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.

The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and coordinate activities across geographically dispersed communities.

A commitment to improving health outcomes and reducing stigma in regional and remote communities.

Knowledge of Western Queensland communities and/or experience working in rural and remote settings will be highly regarded.

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to lead a meaningful project that will have a lasting impact on communities across Western Queensland. You will play a key role in promoting understanding, reducing stigma and improving access to support for individuals and families affected by alcohol and other drug concerns.

How to Apply To apply, please submit a brief application outlining:

Your interest in the role.

Your relevant skills and experience.

How you would contribute to the success of the project.

For further information about the role, please contact Tania Harvey, Clinical Services Manager.

Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday 7 August 2026.

This opportunity is open to current Lives Lived Well employees only.

Lives Lived Well is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from a diverse range of social, cultural and gender backgrounds that reflect out community including First Nations Peoples.

📌 Project Lead - Western Queensland Stigma Reduction
🏢 Lives Lived Well
📍 Queensland