We are Hope HOPE Community Services has been supporting Western Australians for over 120 years, delivering services across alcohol and other drugs, mental health, justice, and family and domestic violence.
Walking together with the community to restore hope and transform lives across WA.
Looking to help create healthier, safer communities across Esperance?
At HOPE, we believe strong communities are built through connection, prevention and early support.
We're looking for a passionate and community-minded professional to help lead alcohol and other drug (AOD) prevention initiatives across the Esperance region.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bringing people together, building partnerships and driving positive community change.
If you've worked in alcohol and drug prevention roles, in community development, health promotion, youth services, mental health, education, public health, local government, Aboriginal health, social services or similar fields, we'd love to hear from you.
Why This Role is Different As AOD Prevention Officer, you'll work closely with local organisations, community groups, schools, health services and government agencies to reduce alcohol and other drug-related harm and support community wellbeing.
You'll help identify local priorities, coordinate prevention activities, deliver education and awareness initiatives, and strengthen partnerships that make a real difference to people's lives.
This is an opportunity to influence community outcomes at both a local and regional level while being supported by an experienced and values-driven team.
What you'll be doing Building solid relationships with community organisations and stakeholders Supporting local alcohol and other drug prevention initiatives Coordinating community education and awareness activities Assisting with the development and implementation of local action plans Facilitating meetings,



workshops and training sessions Collecting and reporting on program outcomes Working with partners to improve community wellbeing and reduce harm What We're Looking For We're interested in people who are: Passionate about improving community wellbeing Strong relationship builders and collaborators Confident facilitators and communicators Organised and able to work independently Comfortable engaging with diverse communities Curious, adaptable and solutions-focused You may have experience in: Community development Health promotion Social work Youth work Public health Mental health Aboriginal health Education or training Human services Local government or community engagement Why join HOPE?
At HOPE, our values focused on courage, collaboration, diligence, optimism and compassion guide everything we do.
We proudly offer: Meaningful work with genuine community impact A supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing professional development opportunities Strong organisational values and purpose The opportunity to live and work in the beautiful Esperance region What's on Offer Full-time, permanent role based in Esperance $92,274 salary + regional allowance + super Salary packaging options up to $15,900, increases your take home pay and reduces tax income Professional development and training opportunities A collaborative, supportive team culture Next Steps Please apply now if you believe you would be a strong fit for this role.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial discussion and invited to interview.
At HOPE, we believe in creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a real impact.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
Please note, this role involves working with young people in youth justice.
Aged care or disability experience will generally not be considered suitable.

📌 Aod Prevention Officer (Esperance)
🏢 Hope Community Services
📍 Esperance