Drug Alcohol Worker jobs in Brisbane QLD

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.

Peer Navigator | Chambers Flat

Logan House Residential Rehabilitation Service

Chambers Flat, QLD
Full-Time Ongoing Position

Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:06pm

$80,020 - $85,797 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging
Five Additional Wellbeing Leave Days

Inspire Hope. Build Connections. Support Lifelong Recovery.

Looking for a role where your lived experience can create meaningful and lasting change?

At Lives Lived Well, we believe recovery is possible, and that lived experience is one of the most powerful tools for building hope, connection and change. We're seeking a Peer Navigator to join our Logan House Residential and Logan Family Recovery Rehabilitation Service, supporting people on their alcohol and other drug recovery journey.

As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, the Peer Navigator works from an relational framework to foster hope and resilience, and empower people to achieve their recovery goals.

Our Logan House team is enthusiastic, respectful and genuinely committed to helping people create positive change. Supported by a collaborative and approachable manager, we value open communication, teamwork and a client-centred approach in everything we do.

About Logan House

Logan House provides a safe, supportive and structured residential environment designed to help individuals overcome alcohol and other drug challenges.

Our comprehensive six-week treatment program accommodates up to 30 clients at any given time, providing a complete continuum of care from initial engagement through to reintegration into the community. We aim to inspire genuine, long-lasting change and equip clients with the tools, skills and confidence needed to successfully navigate recovery and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

About the Role

As a Peer Navigator, you'll provide authentic, recovery-focused support by drawing on your own lived experience in a safe, purposeful and professional manner.

In this role, you will:

• Provide one-on-one peer support.
• Build genuine, trusting relationships with clients.
• Support people to identify strengths and work towards recovery goals.
• Share lived experience to promote hope, resilience and recovery.
• Assist with the delivery of group programs and activities.
• Advocate for clients and ensure their voices are heard.
• Support engagement with treatment services, recovery supports and community connections.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and residential team members.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and recovery-oriented service environment.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Lived experience of challenges related to alcohol and other drugs, service use and a period of recovery.
• The ability to share your lived experience appropriately and professionally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, respectful and non-judgemental approach.
• The ability to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Strong personal boundaries and self-awareness.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A current Australian Driver Licence.
• The ability to obtain a National Criminal History Check and Blue Card.

Highly Regarded

• Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, Mental Health or a related qualification.
• Previous experience in peer work, community services, mental health or support roles.
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed care.
• Experience working within the alcohol and other drug sector.

Why Join Lives Lived Well?

• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.
• Five additional paid wellbeing leave days each year.
• Fitness Passport.
• Access to Perkbox discounts and benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Ongoing training, professional development and supervision.
• A supportive and values-driven team culture.
• Meaningful work where your lived experience is recognised and valued.
• The opportunity to help others build hope, connection and lasting recovery.

About Us

Lives Lived Well is a leading not-for-profit organisation delivering alcohol and other drug, mental health, gambling and wellbeing services across Queensland and New South Wales.

For more than 50 years, we've supported people, families and communities to lead healthier, happier lives through evidence-based treatment, recovery and wellbeing services.

Apply Now

Your lived experience has the power to change lives.

If you're passionate about supporting others, believe in recovery, and want to be part of an organisation that values lived experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period. We reserve the right to close applications early.

Lives Lived Well is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived and living experience.

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.