Work at SHARC
About us
Established in 1995, SHARC is a community of people impacted by alcohol, drugs and gambling, including family, friends and supporters. Together, we work towards an Australian society where our communities’ lived expertise is at the heart of inclusive communities, services, and systems.
Our Vision: Lived expertise is at the heart of inclusive communities and services, where people proudly share their experiences and support each other in a society free of stigma and discrimination.
Our Purpose: We transform lives, services and society through our community’s lived experience of alcohol and other drugs, gambling and related harms. We create change by being ourselves, supporting one another, telling our stories, sharing our knowledge, advocating and building allyships.
SHARC places a priority on a positive, supportive, and productive work environment. Our services operate within an empowerment framework which maximises clients’ and volunteers’ opportunities for self-responsibility, mutual support and participation. We transform lives, services and society through our community’s lived experience of alcohol and other drugs, gambling and related harms.
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About the program
The Association of Participating Service Users (APSU) is the peak Victorian consumer body for people who use, have used, or are eligible to use AOD services, including families and significant others. We exist to ensure the voices and expertise of people with lived experience are central in the systems that affect them. Through training, advocacy, and peer-led engagement, APSU empowers individuals and shapes the policy and service landscape to better meet the needs of our communities. These positions will support a funded project that is managed by APSU.
About the project
Utilising co-design methodologies and peer-led research, the project aims to contribute to the understanding of how peer-led models of support can meet the treatment and support needs of people with a history of drug use, who have been recently released from prison or otherwise involved with the justice system. The research findings will inform a proposed model of care. The project is a partnership between SHARC and the Burnet Institute.
About the role
This is an entry-level peer research role designed for a person with lived and living experience of alcohol and other drug (AOD) challenges and engagement with the justice system who is interested in building skills in research and co-design. The roles will initially commence on a casual basis, with the possibility of it becoming a part time role. The project will be delivered over 21 months, and the peer researchers will be engaged at different stages across the project. You will be supported through mentoring, training and on-the-job learning from SHARC and the Burnet Institute. No prior research experience is required — curiosity, willingness to learn and a commitment to lived experience leadership are essential.
ENQUIRIES
For a confidential conversation about the role, contact Nathan Akoka, Research Coordinator on 0435537675. For the full role description or to apply, go to the Ethical Jobs website. Â
Student Placement
SHARC is committed to positively contributing to the development of the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) sector workforce and providing opportunities for community education and development.  One of the most effective ways we can do this is through a student placement program that will assist students to gain the necessary experience, skills and knowledge to obtain qualifications suitable for employment.
SHARC offers a unique environment for the development of clinical, education and training skills for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Â Maintenance of an efficient and effective AOD sector is dependent upon appropriately trained staff which SHARC plays an active role in growing the sector.Â
Note, due to our unique offering, we do receive a high number of placement requests. Unfortunately, we can only accommodate a limited number of students throughout the year.
Please email info@sharc.org.au for further information with the subject line titled ‘Student Placement’.