Make a Lasting Impact as a Case Manager at DASA’s Aranda House Therapeutic Community!

Earn a competitive salary of $93,000 to $108,000 (commensurate with experience) PLUS super, salary packaging, and more!

Enjoy 6 weeks of annual leave PLUS 4 paid mental health days per year.

Relocation assistance up to $3000 to help make beautiful Alice Springs, NT your new home!

About Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA)

At DASA, we are passionate about creating healthy, safe, and supported communities free from the harmful effects of substance use. For over 40 years, we have delivered life-changing programmes across Central Australia, walking alongside individuals as they overcome alcohol and drug-related challenges.

Our diverse programs include the Sobering Up Shelter, Aboriginal and Methamphetamine Outreach Teams, Prison In-Reach, the Drink Driver Education Program, Aranda House Therapeutic Community, and other vital initiatives such as Transitional After Care, Angie’s Place and the Alternative to Custody Programs. DASA operates under the guiding values of Integrity, Diversity, Compassion, Community, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Aranda House is a registered Therapeutic Community (TC), fostering a supportive environment where individuals actively participate in their own recovery journey. Here, residents experience a community-based approach that promotes healing and personal growth through mutual support, group therapy, and structured programmes.

Learn more about us: www.dasa.org.au

Therapeutic Community Model

A Therapeutic Community (TC) is a structured, participative environment designed to foster personal change and long-term recovery from substance use. At DASA’s Aranda House, we embrace this model by encouraging residents to take responsibility for their recovery while actively contributing to the community’s wellbeing.

Key elements of the TC model include:

Collaborative and peer-supported recovery

Structured group therapy and community meetings

Focus on developing life skills, responsibility, and resilience

A non-judgemental, inclusive environment that supports emotional and behavioural growth

Candidates unfamiliar with the TC model should understand that this approach requires them to support clients not just through individual counselling but by engaging in community-driven recovery activities and helping maintain the therapeutic environment.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Case Manager to join the Aranda House Therapeutic Community in Alice Springs, NT. You will play a vital role in supporting clients as they work towards recovery, helping them build life skills, develop relapse prevention plans, and successfully transition to independent living.

In this role, you will:

Develop and facilitate programs focused on therapy, cultural enrichment, and release prevention.

Design individual treatment plans tailored to client goals

Provide case management support, including intake, induction, and ongoing reviews

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and external agencies

Maintain accurate case notes and contribute to reporting

Participate in the on-call rotating roster and provide occasional after-hours support

This is a rewarding opportunity to directly impact lives, helping individuals regain control and thrive in a supportive community environment.

About You

You are an empathetic, culturally aware professional with a proven track record in real-world case management and community services. You’re confident working with complex clients and committed to delivering person-centred, non-judgemental support. We place a strong emphasis on actual hands-on experience in case management rather than purely academic qualifications.

Essential Criteria:

Practical experience in community services and case management, including direct client support, program facilitation, and collaborative work.

Strong understanding of AOD recovery and harm minimisation principles

Facilitation skills for group therapy and educational programmes

Ability to work effectively within a Therapeutic Community environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent time management and reporting capabilities

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

Certificate IV in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs) or similar qualification.

Current Australian Driver’s Licence

Familiarity with the Mimaso client management system or similar

Knowledge of the Therapeutic Community model and DASA programmes

Note: We encourage applicants without formal qualifications but with strong, demonstrated experience in case management to apply.

Special Conditions

The successful candidate must be able to meet the following requirements:

Hold a current and valid Drivers License

Ability to be ‘On-Call’ on a rotating roster basis

Hold a current Working With Children Clearance (NT) Ochre Card

Willing to work in a smoke free environment and undergo random drug & alcohol testing

Key Benefits

Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from approximately $93,000 to $108,000 (based on experience), PLUS Superannuation and an array of benefits including:

Salary packaging options up to $15,900

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

6 weeks of annual leave

4 paid mental health days annually

Team lunches and annual team-building events

Professional development opportunities

Be part of a supportive, values-driven team making a real difference

All candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to being offered a contract. Please note that a recorded criminal history does not automatically exclude a candidate. People with lived experience of alcohol or other drug use are warmly invited to apply, with the expectation that they are in active recovery, with more than 2-years separation from treatment services.

DASA encourages applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, as well as people from Culturally & Linguistically Diverse backgrounds. LGBTQIA+ candidates can be assured that DASA is a safe work place - you are very welcome at DASA.

Questions?

Please contact Beatrice Villadelrey (Therapeutic Lead) on 08 8950 5000

Ready to Join Us?

Are you ready to empower individuals on their recovery journey and contribute to healthier, safer communities? APPLY NOW and make a meaningful difference every day!