Salary: $46.70 - $46.70

Job Type: Contract

Location: Singleton

Job Category: Community Services & Development

Social Futures is a leading community service organisation and registered community housing provider with 50 years’

experience creating positive social change. We work with communities, organisations and government to build inclusive communities where everyone is valued and supported.

We are seeking a Peer Worker to join our AOD team in Singleton on a PT Fixed Term Basis (32 hour work week) to help make a positive social change, together.

At Social Futures, Peer Workers use their lived experience safely and purposefully to build trust, share hope, and model recovery.

We’re looking for people who are not only passionate, but ready to bring heart into systems, and hope into workplaces.

Why join us?

- Your voice will be valued and heard in our mission to support positive social change.
- You’ll be part of a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment that celebrates individuality.
- You’ll have access to professional supervision, ongoing development, a connected peer support network, and Peer Work Lived Experience specific supervision.

What You'll Be Doing

- Bring your authentic lived and living experience of A lcohol and Other Drugs and navigating support services as a foundation to connect with and support others
- Build secure, authentic, and respectful relationships with program participants, drawing on your lived experience, to foster trust, hope, and self-determination.
- Bring knowledge and understanding of navigating support systems, goal setting and support planning




- Support individuals to navigate community services, referral pathways, and practical resources to help them self-manage their A lcohol and Other Drugs and reach their goals.
- Engage families, carers, and natural supports where appropriate, promoting shared understanding and connection.
- Participate in reflective supervision and learning that supports your wellbeing, boundaries, and sustainability in the role.

What We're Looking For

- Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or Diploma Community Services.
- Ability to use personal lived experience of A lcohol and Other Drugs to positively support others on their search for support services and willingness to share aspects of personal lived experience.
- At least 2 years’ experience in community services sector.

- Lived-experience of navigating the service system in Lower Hunter Region
- Demonstrated well-developed organisational, time management and administrative skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience in maintaining professional boundaries while engaging in person-centred work.
- A committed self-care and reflective practice routine,



already integrated into your personal and professional life, ensuring your own well-being as you support others

Social Futures is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. We actively encourage applications from key communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTIQSB+ people, and those with lived experience and expertise.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage candidates to request reasonable adjustments if needed. Please read about the role in the Position Description, click here (If you are viewing this advert on SEEK, the position description will be available for review after you click "Apply")

How To Apply

Please upload an up-to-date resume with your working experience, along with a cover letter showcasing how you align with the role requirements, Social Futures values, and why the role is of interest to you.

We review applications as they are submitted, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

For more information about Social Futures please visit our website https://socialfutures.org.au/work-with-us/

For further information about the role, or to request adjustments to the recruitment process please contact Tyler Martin on 0418 292 947

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📌 AOD Peer Worker (Singleton)
🏢 Social Futures
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