About the role
Mater Clarence Street are seeking an experienced Youth Substance Worker to work in our Thread residential program based at South Brisbane. This is a permanent full-time role at 38 hours per week.
As the Youth Substance worker, you will be providing Youth Alcohol and Other Drug support to young people participating in our residential programs. This position in our Thread program is an initiative for young people 13 – 17 years who are experiencing problematic substance use. This program offers longer term therapeutic interventions; a 5 bed residential program providing a safe and supportive residential environment for young people to experience life without alcohol and/or other drugs. The program provides a structured holistic program which includes individual support and a skill-based group program, as well as recreational and educational/vocational activities.
This program is a part of Clarence Street and is based at Mater Health Campus South Brisbane. Clarence Street is part of the Mater Young Adult Health Centre and offers a range of services to support young people and their families who experience problematic substance use. A specialist youth work service that can outreach to individual young people and a Day Program where young people can drop in and access support in a creative and safe environment.
Salary range: $38.61 - $52.06 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
About you
To be successful in your application, you must have a minimum Diploma or higher qualification preferably in Alcohol and Other Drugs/Youth Work/Community Services and can demonstrate completion of Insight Induction package and/or completion of Dovetails online induction package and evidence of working towards a qualification in alcohol and other drugs or human services.
You will also have:
This position will also require you be part of an on-call roster providing after hours support for the residential services.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Applications close Sunday 31st May 2026 –please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
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