Join our Alcohol and Other Drug Services Team.

• Person-centered care and recovery based in Horsham
• Join a bold and values-led organisation
• SCHADS Level 4 + max term full time till 30 June 2026

Your new role

This role supports people with mental health challenges to build life skills, manage their wellbeing, and achieve personal goals. You’ll create individual plans, connect participants with helpful community resources, and work across all age groups. It’s based on recovery-oriented principles and brings expert knowledge in psychosocial support.

We’re looking for a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Support Worker who is passionate about person-centered care and recovery. If you thrive in collaborative environments, work confidently with diverse teams, and tailor support plans to suit each individual’s journey—this role is for you.

As part of our team, you’ll provide both one-on-one and group support, while staying connected with families, carers, and other services to ensure seamless care. Your strong understanding of mental health recovery and your experience within the NDIS framework will allow you to help participants reach their goals through practical, personalised strategies that align with their plans.

Benefits of working at Uniting

Our work isn’t easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your salary + super, you can access the following: 

• Access salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
• Enjoy a 10% discount at Uniting Early Learning
• Work in a values-driven organisation deeply committed to social justice and inclusion
• We value diversity and lived experiences.
• We recognise contributions with our annual awards programme!
• Our people are central - access leadership development.
• Opt in or out of public holidays, be respected for your unique background.

Your skills and experience

• Degree level qualifications in Social Work, OT, Counselling or equivalent qualifications highly desirable.
• Minimum Qualification - Certificate IV in Mental Health and/or Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or Peer work.

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How to apply

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If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions, reach out to Belinda Galpin, Team Leader Homelessness & Mental Health at belinda.gilpin@vt.uniting.org or call 0431 480 801 during business hours for a chat.

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBTQIA+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.