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

• Earn a competitive salary of $101,784 - $108,468 (commensurate with experience) PLUS super, salary packaging, and more!
• Enjoy 6 weeks of annual leave and 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 programs across Central Australia, walking alongside individuals as they overcome alcohol and drug-related challenges.

Their 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 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 programs.

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 two passionate and dedicated Case Managers 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 relapse prevention.
• Design individual treatment plans tailored to client goals
• Provide case management support including resident intake, induction, and ongoing reviews
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and external agencies
• Maintain accurate case notes and contribute to reporting
• Facilitate group therapy sessions, community meetings, and recovery-focused activities
• 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 value practical, hands-on case management experience and encourage applicants with strong real-world experience to apply, even if they do not hold formal qualifications.

Essential Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in community services or case management, including direct client support, program facilitation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of alcohol and other drug (AOD) recovery principles, harm minimisation approaches, and client-centred practice
• Confidence facilitating small group therapy sessions, community meetings, and educational programs within a structured recovery environment
• Ability to build respectful relationships with clients while maintaining clear professional boundaries
• Ability to model positive pro-social behaviour and contribute to a safe, supportive therapeutic community environment
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and accountability when working with vulnerable clients
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Strong documentation skills, including maintaining accurate case notes and client records
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated cultural awareness and ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities
• Ability to work within a smoke-free therapeutic community environment
• Willingness and ability to participate in a rotating on-call roster

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs) or similar qualification.
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence 
• TAE qualification 
• Knowledge of the Therapeutic Community model and DASA programs

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

Key Benefits

Enjoy a competitive salary ranging from approximately $101,784 - $108,468 (based on experience), PLUS Super 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

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!