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.

AOD Counsellor Case Manager - Kids in Focus

Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast | Part time (2 Days per Week) | Max Term to 30 June 2027

$92,295 - $105,577 per annum (pro rata) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Advantages

Strengthen Families. Support Recovery. Create Positive Futures.

At Lives Lived Well, we've been supporting people whose lives are impacted by alcohol and other drugs for over 50 years. We also work alongside people experiencing mental health and gambling concerns, and those transitioning from correctional centres.

We believe recovery is possible, and that children thrive when families are supported to heal, connect and grow together.

We're seeking a passionate Kids in Focus AOD Counsellor Case Manager to join our team in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast.

Kids in Focus is a family-focused program supporting parents experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges to strengthen their parenting capacity, improve family relationships, and create better outcomes for children.

Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, you will provide assessment, counselling, case management, therapeutic support and group-based interventions that help families build safer, healthier and more connected futures.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families while contributing to a service that delivers hope and positive change within the Gold Coast community.

About the Role

As a Kids in Focus AOD Counsellor Case Manager, you will support parents and families experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges through counselling, case management, assessment and advocacy.

Working from a strengths-based and family-focused approach, you'll partner with clients to identify goals, strengthen parenting capacity, improve family wellbeing and work towards meaningful and sustainable recovery outcomes.

You'll provide evidence-based,



person-centred support while working collaboratively with families, community services and other stakeholders to ensure clients receive the care and support they need.

This is a part-time role working 2 days per week on a max-term contract until 30 June 2027. To support work-life balance, the successful applicant can choose which two weekdays they work, making this an excellent opportunity for a clinician seeking flexibility while continuing to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct intake, screening and assessment processes.
- Provide individual counselling and case management support.
- Develop tailored treatment, recovery and family support plans.
- Deliver a range of clinical and psychosocial interventions.
- Facilitate group programs and family-focused interventions.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in case conferences, clinical supervision and team meetings.
- Support community engagement activities and service promotion.

This role involves working with people experiencing complex needs, including mental health concerns, domestic and family violence, homelessness, financial hardship and other social challenges in addition to alcohol and other drug-related issues. What We're Looking For To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant health, behavioural science or human services discipline.
- Demonstrated experience supporting people experiencing alcohol and other drug concerns, independent of university placements.
- Applied knowledge of evidence-based AOD counselling, case management, intake and assessment practices.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Well-developed communication, stakeholder engagement and community networking skills.
- Strong computer literacy,



including Microsoft Office applications.
- A current Australian Driver Licence.
- A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card or equivalent).
- The ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory National Police Check.

Highly Regarded

- Experience working within an outreach service model.
- Knowledge of the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and Mental Health sectors.
- Experience working with children, families or family-focused intervention programs.

Why Join Lives Lived Well?

- Five additional paid wellbeing leave days each year.
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
- Meal and entertainment card benefits.
- Flexibility to choose which two weekdays you work.
- Regular clinical supervision, case conferencing and professional support.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive team culture.
- Access to Fitness Passport, providing discounted membership to a wide range of gyms, pools and recreation centres across Australia.

Our Values The people who thrive at Lives Lived Well are those who share our values:

- We are humble, human and full of hope.
- We show up and share.
- We ask "Why not?" and "What's next?"
- We leave a positive wake.

Apply Now Applications will be reviewed as they are received and suitable candidates may be contacted prior to the closing date.

To apply, please submit your resume together with a brief cover letter telling us about your experience, your interest in the role, and what attracts you to working with Lives Lived Well.

At Lives Lived Well, we're not only looking for people with the right skills and experience. We're also looking for people who share our values, are passionate about supporting people, and want to make a positive difference in the communities we serve.

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

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.

📌 AOD Counsellor / Case Manager - Kids in Focus (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Lives Lived Well
📍 City of Gold Coast