Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Health & Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancy at our Seymour Office
Dual Diagnosis Worker
Part-Time, Fixed-Term (12 months) | 15.2 hours per week (2 days) | Flexible working days
This is an Aboriginal Designated Position, classified under 'special measures' of Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing mental health and alcohol and other drug challenges.
Join Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative as a Dual Diagnosis Worker and provide culturally safe, person-centred support that strengthens wellbeing, recovery and connection to culture, family, community and Country.
About the role
Based at Rumbalara’s Seymour Office, the Dual Diagnosis Worker supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) challenges.
You will provide practical support, counselling, advocacy and care coordination, working alongside clients to achieve their individual goals and strengthen their social and emotional wellbeing. You will deliver culturally safe, person-centred support and collaborate with internal programs and external services to help clients access the right services and supports when they need them.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs or an equivalent qualification is desirable.
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities in a health or social service setting, particularly in relation to AOD issues.
- Experience supporting people with co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug concerns.
- Ability to work effectively and respectfully with Aboriginal people and families, recognising their values and practices.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in case management and community-based service delivery.
- Knowledge of harm reduction strategies and culturally appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with integrity.
For the full role requirements, please refer to the attached Position Description.
What We Offer:
We value our employeesand are committed to supporting their wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Benefits of joining our team include:
- Competitive pay and conditions based on the SCHADS Award, Level 3– pay point 1 (based on experience and qualifications)
- Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part-time or Full-time employees.
- Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, annual CPI-based Award wage increases where applicable, and relocation assistance where applicable.
- Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
- Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
- Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
- Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
Pre-employment Requirements
The successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, Victorian Driver Licence, and Confirmation of Aboriginality.
To apply, please submit the following:
- A cover letter that includes:
- Addressing the Key Selection Criteria (outlined in the Position Description)
- A summary of your relevant experience and/or qualifications
Important: Please ensure your cover letter and Key Selection Criteria response are combined into one document and attached in the Cover Letter section of the portal.
Applications Close: Thursday, 27th August 2026
This is an “Indigenous Only” role under Special Measures of the EEO Act 2010, Section 12.
