Make an impact where it’s needed most

Uniting Communities is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people experiencing disadvantage. Our Streetlink Plus program supports people affected by homelessness and alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues with trauma-informed, integrated support.

We are now seeking a Counsellor / Case Manager to join our passionate multidisciplinary team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in community outreach, is experienced in AOD support, and wants to help people reclaim control of their lives.

What makes this role special?

Deliver counselling and case management where clients are—outreach-based, client-centred service

Be part of a truly integrated model combining health, AOD, and social care

Work in a supportive, socially conscious organisation with values at its heart

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing AOD counselling to individuals, families, and groups

Offering case management services grounded in trauma-informed care and recovery models

Delivering outreach support across community and home settings

Facilitating referrals, case conferences, and support across health, housing, and justice systems

Supporting clients through Police Drug Diversion, Clean Needle Programs, and community development activities

Advocating for and empowering clients to re-engage with community

What you’ll bring:

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science, or equivalent

Experience in AOD counselling or case management

Strong knowledge of therapeutic interventions, co-morbidity, and recovery models

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Understanding of homelessness and the SA community services landscape

Ability to work independently and across systems with compassion and resilience

A current Driver’s Licence, National Police Clearance, and Working with Children Check

Desirable:

Certificate IV in AOD

Experience delivering training or presentations

Diversity or cultural competency training

What’s in it for you?

Apart from knowing you’re genuinely making a difference every day, Uniting Communities offers:

In addition to your salary, you can potentially package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. To see how this could potentially benefit your take home pay, visit our salary packaging provider, Access Pay

Annual Flu Vaccination

Purchased Leave

12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave

1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff

1 Day of Community Engagement Leave

Early Intervention & Psychosocial Support Program

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Health Insurance plans

Discounts on Mobiles and Internet plans

Learn more about our work and the benefits on offer unitingcommunities.org

How to apply

We’d love to hear from you!

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we'll review applications on an ongoing basis.

Finally, please note Uniting Communities takes the safety of children, young people, and vulnerable adults seriously. Successful candidates must adhere to our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.

UC acknowledges that community members—particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, gender-diverse people, people with disabilities, older people, and those who have experienced social factors, including a history of living in out-of-home care—have valuable experiences to offer. Please contact us if you have questions about your suitability for a role, because we want you here.