• AOD Counsellor 

• Provide community based support and evidence based counselling to individuals affected by substance use

• Limited Term Part Time (45.6 hours per fortnight) until June 2026  

• Classification  Community Development Worker CL2B Y1 to Y5*

On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.

The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

  
The Team & Role  

This clinical role sits within the suite of services provided by Peninsula Health’s (PH) Alcohol and Other Drug Program and is based at the Frankston Community Health site. As the AOD Counsellor you will support individuals and families affected by alcohol and drug use through therapeutic intervention, advocacy and care coordination. You will deliver trauma informed, person centred care and collaborate with local services to strength community networks and support recovery pathways.

The AOD counsellor demonstrates clinically meaningful progress towards client centred goals, and involves both direct client work and participation in community engagement initiatives aimed at harm minimisation and early intervention. You will work within the multidisciplinary team to provide holistic shared care to clients of the service.

This role is Limited Term Part Time (45.6 hours per fortnight) until 30 June 2026 click to view the Position Description

Skills and Experience Required  

• Tertiary qualifications appropriate to the position such as social work, counselling or currently working towards qualification.
• Completed the AOD Skill Set (AOD Core Competencies).
• Demonstrated experience working with at-risk and vulnerable people 
• Demonstrated experience in working both independently and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, with the ability to work effectively, supportively and flexibly.
• Demonstrated knowledge in providing evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions. 

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps 

Follow the steps to apply to be redirected to our recruitment platform. 

For role specific information contact Rob White 9784 8383 rwhite@phcn.vic.gov.au

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Jessica Strathdee, Nursing Recruitment Team at JStrathdee@phcn.vic.gov.au  

The role ceases advertising on 10 December 2025

Peninsula Health employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally. 

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Additional Information

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.