Job Description
Job type
Part-time
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Shift work
Location
Melbourne VIC
Full job description
Posted: 24/12/2026
Closing Date: 24/01/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Melbourne
Job Category: Allied Health,Home & Community Services
Who are we?
healthAbility, as the name suggests, plays a unique and valuable role in the health system. We work to address the root causes of vulnerability, prevent disease and promote lifelong health outcomes, empowering people in our community to live their best life.
Our role is also supporting people to self-manage long-term health conditions, such as diabetes and mental health challenges, with multidisciplinary teams delivering community-based programs in a comfortable setting. We also support people, including older people and people with disability, to stay living at home longer and to live well in their community.
Our broad range of primary health services, care management and in home and community support services can be tailored to an individual’s needs and with major hubs in Box Hill and Eltham, these services can be delivered locally, in the Eastern and North Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Why work with us?
Although our clients are at the heart of what we do and we strive to positively impact our communities and those who need it most, the wellbeing of our employees is just as important.
When joining healthAbility’s supportive, kind, caring and ethical culture, you are welcomed by multi-disciplinary teams passionate about the health and wellbeing of clients and communities, from prevention through to specialist care, and passionate about continually learning and building on their areas of expertise. We embrace this passion and are values driven, offering careers with meaning and environments that are flexible, evolving, creative and connected.
healthAbility is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. This means we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job, with age being no barrier.
Job Description
The opportunity:
We are looking for a Mobile Drug Safety & NSP Outreach worker (Dual Role) to join our supportive and professional multidisciplinary teams in a part time capacity.
Mobile Drug Safety Worker
FTE 0.4, 15.2 hours per week.
Preferred over 3 days (Wed, Thur, Fri)
In accordance with “Health and Allied Services Managers and Administrative Officers Multiple EA 2026-2026 - Level 2”
Responsibilities but not limited to:
Provide one-on-one, non-judgemental harm reduction support and referrals
Support people with complex health and social needs to access services
Monitor emerging drug use trends and contribute to local harm reduction strategies
Plan and deliver education sessions on safer injecting, overdose prevention and BBV awareness
Deliver workforce training and contribute to interagency collaboration
Coordinate naloxone distribution and overdose response education
Maintain accurate records and comply with safety, quality and legislative requirements
Needle Syringe Program - Outreach Worker
FTE 0.05, 2 hours per week, based on 12-week roster
Sat or Sun and evening - EBA weekend rates apply
In accordance with “SACS level 4 pay point 5”.
Responsibilities but not limited to:
Deliver mobile NSP outreach across Melbourne’s eastern region
Distribute sterile injecting equipment and collect used items
Provide non-judgemental harm reduction education and brief interventions
Conduct evening and night outreach with priority populations
Respond to syringe disposal and support community safety
Provide referrals and service navigation support
Maintain vehicle stock, supplies and equipment
Complete accurate data entry and records
Work collaboratively within an outreach team
Follow safety, quality and organisational procedures
Desired Skills and Experience
Our ideal candidate:
You are a compassionate, confident worker who:
Strongly believes in harm reduction and non-judgemental practice
Is comfortable working autonomously in community and outreach settings
Can engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
Communicates clearly and works well within a multidisciplinary team
Is organised, reflective, and committed to quality and continuous improvement
Essential:
Tertiary qualification in AOD, Community Services, Social Work (or similar), or
Certificate IV in ******* and Other Drugs with relevant experience
Strong understanding of harm reduction, BBV prevention, and overdose response
Experience in outreach, education, community engagement or AOD services
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
Current Working with Children Check
Desirable:
Lived experience of ******* and other drug use
Experience in NSP, outreach, peer-based or mobile services
Experience delivering education or workforce training
Understanding of the Social Model of Health
Note:
These roles are covered by different enterprise agreements.
Successful candidates will receive separate contracts, and entitlements will be calculated according to the relevant agreement for each role.
Overtime, allowances, and breaks will be applied per role, not combined.
Please apply by submitting a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria with your CV and cover letter.
Any enquiries can be made to Ben Lamba at [email protected]
Please note: healthAbility will be closed for its annual shutdown from 24th December 2026 to 4th January 2026 (inclusive). Applications received during this period will be reviewed starting 5th January 2026.
Part-time
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Shift work
Location
Melbourne VIC
Full job description
Posted: 24/12/2026
Closing Date: 24/01/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Melbourne
Job Category: Allied Health,Home & Community Services
Who are we?
healthAbility, as the name suggests, plays a unique and valuable role in the health system. We work to address the root causes of vulnerability, prevent disease and promote lifelong health outcomes, empowering people in our community to live their best life.
Our role is also supporting people to self-manage long-term health conditions, such as diabetes and mental health challenges, with multidisciplinary teams delivering community-based programs in a comfortable setting. We also support people, including older people and people with disability, to stay living at home longer and to live well in their community.
Our broad range of primary health services, care management and in home and community support services can be tailored to an individual’s needs and with major hubs in Box Hill and Eltham, these services can be delivered locally, in the Eastern and North Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Why work with us?
Although our clients are at the heart of what we do and we strive to positively impact our communities and those who need it most, the wellbeing of our employees is just as important.
When joining healthAbility’s supportive, kind, caring and ethical culture, you are welcomed by multi-disciplinary teams passionate about the health and wellbeing of clients and communities, from prevention through to specialist care, and passionate about continually learning and building on their areas of expertise. We embrace this passion and are values driven, offering careers with meaning and environments that are flexible, evolving, creative and connected.
healthAbility is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. This means we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job, with age being no barrier.
Job Description
The opportunity:
We are looking for a Mobile Drug Safety & NSP Outreach worker (Dual Role) to join our supportive and professional multidisciplinary teams in a part time capacity.
Mobile Drug Safety Worker
FTE 0.4, 15.2 hours per week.
Preferred over 3 days (Wed, Thur, Fri)
In accordance with “Health and Allied Services Managers and Administrative Officers Multiple EA 2026-2026 - Level 2”
Responsibilities but not limited to:
Provide one-on-one, non-judgemental harm reduction support and referrals
Support people with complex health and social needs to access services
Monitor emerging drug use trends and contribute to local harm reduction strategies
Plan and deliver education sessions on safer injecting, overdose prevention and BBV awareness
Deliver workforce training and contribute to interagency collaboration
Coordinate naloxone distribution and overdose response education
Maintain accurate records and comply with safety, quality and legislative requirements
Needle Syringe Program - Outreach Worker
FTE 0.05, 2 hours per week, based on 12-week roster
Sat or Sun and evening - EBA weekend rates apply
In accordance with “SACS level 4 pay point 5”.
Responsibilities but not limited to:
Deliver mobile NSP outreach across Melbourne’s eastern region
Distribute sterile injecting equipment and collect used items
Provide non-judgemental harm reduction education and brief interventions
Conduct evening and night outreach with priority populations
Respond to syringe disposal and support community safety
Provide referrals and service navigation support
Maintain vehicle stock, supplies and equipment
Complete accurate data entry and records
Work collaboratively within an outreach team
Follow safety, quality and organisational procedures
Desired Skills and Experience
Our ideal candidate:
You are a compassionate, confident worker who:
Strongly believes in harm reduction and non-judgemental practice
Is comfortable working autonomously in community and outreach settings
Can engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
Communicates clearly and works well within a multidisciplinary team
Is organised, reflective, and committed to quality and continuous improvement
Essential:
Tertiary qualification in AOD, Community Services, Social Work (or similar), or
Certificate IV in ******* and Other Drugs with relevant experience
Strong understanding of harm reduction, BBV prevention, and overdose response
Experience in outreach, education, community engagement or AOD services
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
Current Working with Children Check
Desirable:
Lived experience of ******* and other drug use
Experience in NSP, outreach, peer-based or mobile services
Experience delivering education or workforce training
Understanding of the Social Model of Health
Note:
These roles are covered by different enterprise agreements.
Successful candidates will receive separate contracts, and entitlements will be calculated according to the relevant agreement for each role.
Overtime, allowances, and breaks will be applied per role, not combined.
Please apply by submitting a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria with your CV and cover letter.
Any enquiries can be made to Ben Lamba at [email protected]
Please note: healthAbility will be closed for its annual shutdown from 24th December 2026 to 4th January 2026 (inclusive). Applications received during this period will be reviewed starting 5th January 2026.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Mobile Drug Safety Worker & NSP Outreach Worker (Dual Role) position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
