Aboriginal Peer Worker - GambleAwareSES

About the role

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney is recruiting an Aboriginal Peer Worker (identified) to support Aboriginal communities and people affected by gambling harm in South Eastern Sydney. The role is part-time, 24 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work, and runs until August 2028 with possible extension. It is an identified position open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Key responsibilities

• Support communities and people impacted by gambling harm through culturally sensitive engagement, education, peer support (where relevant), health promotion and connection with services
• Build relationships with clients and give direct support, education and practical strategies for treatment and recovery, including presentations, media and group sessions
• Support clients who are disengaged or ambivalent, provide aftercare and connect them with GambleAware partners, community organisations, primary health networks and other services
• Work with Aboriginal communities, CatholicCare Sydney, the Drug Health Service, multidisciplinary teams and the Peer Workforce to deliver culturally appropriate care, prevention and early detection
• Maintain accurate, strengths-based records, support client outcome measures and take part in training and supervision

Required profile

• Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, in line with the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)
• Unrestricted NSW driver's licence and ability to travel as required
• Relevant qualification and/or experience working with Aboriginal organisations and communities in health promotion or community-focused roles
• Experience in community engagement and partnership development, and understanding of the issues faced by people affected by problem gambling
• Personal or family/carer experience of recovering from gambling harm is desirable

Required skills

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team

What we offer

• Pay of $67,612 to $97,730 pro rata plus superannuation and salary packaging
• Not-for-profit salary packaging and study leave with Curran Foundation scholarships
• Fitness Passport, discounted private health and cultural recognitions and celebrations
• Smooth transfer of qualifying service and leave entitlements for staff coming from NSW Health

Applications close on 16 November 2026; shortlisting starts immediately and the advert may close early. Apply with a resume and a brief cover letter, and the role is not open to recruitment agencies.