Recovery Alliance Care (RAC) is seeking a First Nations Support Worker to support a young person in Coburg.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people and has a strong understanding of trauma-informed care, mental health and Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD).

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing consistent, culturally safe and person-centred support to a young person with complex support needs.

About the Client

The client has a diagnosis of:

- Muscular Dystrophy

- ADHD

- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

The client also has AOD-related support needs, so experience working within the AOD space and with young people experiencing complex or challenging circumstances is highly valued.

About the Role

You will provide support with:

- Community access and participation

- Building independence and life skills

- Emotional and behavioural support

- Positive social engagement

- Supporting routines and daily activities

- Physical support associated with Muscular Dystrophy

- Working within the client's individual support and behaviour plans

- Maintaining a calm, respectful and trauma-informed approach

About You

We are seeking a First Nations Support Worker who:

- Has experience working with young people





- Has experience in the AOD sector or supporting people with AOD-related needs

- Understands trauma-informed care

- Has experience supporting people with ASD, ADHD and complex behaviours

- Is confident working with young people who may experience emotional dysregulation or challenging behaviours

- Is patient, calm, consistent and non-judgemental

- Can build trust and develop a positive professional relationship

- Understands the importance of cultural safety and connection

- Is reliable and committed to providing consistent support

Essential Requirements

- First Nations Australian

- Previous experience working with young people

- Experience in AOD, youth work, community services, mental health or a similar setting

- NDIS Worker Screening Check

- Working with Children Check

- Current First Aid & CPR

- Ability to provide trauma-informed, person-centred support

- Relevant experience supporting people with complex needs

Certificate III/IV in Individual Support, Youth Work, Community Services, Mental Health or a related qualification will be highly regarded.

If you are a First Nations Support Worker with youth and AOD experience who is passionate about culturally safe, trauma-informed support, we would love to hear from you.

📌 First Nations Support Worker – Youth & AOD Experience | Coburg
🏢 Recovery Alliance Care
📍 Coburg