Case Manager | Aranda House, Alice Springs Nt

Drug And Alcohol Services Australia Limited; Gauteng; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community services organization as a Case Manager, supporting clients through their recovery journey. This role emphasizes facilitating effective therapeutic programs and working collaboratively within a team to promote recovery and community wellbeing. Enjoy a competitive salary, relocation assistance, and an enriching work environment in Alice Springs, NT.

Benefits

Salary packaging options up to $15,000

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

4 paid mental health days per year

Team lunches and team-building events

6 weeks of annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in community services and case management.
• Strong understanding of AOD recovery and harm minimisation principles.
• Confidence in working with complex clients.

Responsibilities

• Developing and facilitating therapy, cultural enrichment, and relapse prevention programs.
• Designing individual treatment plans aligned with client goals.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and external agencies.

Skills

Facilitation skills for group therapy and educational programmes

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent time management and reporting skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs)

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact as a Case Manager at DASA's Aranda House Therapeutic Community!
Earn a competitive salary of $91,000 to $$, (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 $3,000 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, supporting individuals overcoming alcohol and drug-related challenges. Our programs include the Sobering Up Shelter, Aboriginal and Methamphetamine Outreach Teams, Prison In-Reach, Drink Driver Education Program, Aranda House Therapeutic Community, and others like Angie's Place and the Alternative to Custody Programs.

DASA operates under the values of Integrity, Diversity, Compassion, Community, Collaboration, and Innovation. Aranda House is a registered Therapeutic Community (TC), fostering a supportive environment where residents participate actively in their recovery journey.

This community-based approach promotes healing and personal growth through mutual support, group therapy, and structured programmes. A Therapeutic Community (TC) is a structured, participative environment designed to foster personal change and long-term recovery from substance use.

At Aranda House, residents are encouraged to take responsibility for their recovery and contribute to community wellbeing. Key elements include:

1. Collaborative and peer-supported recovery
2. Structured group therapy and community meetings
3. Focus on developing life skills, responsibility, and resilience
4. An inclusive, non-judgemental environment supporting emotional and behavioural growth

Applicants should understand that this model requires supporting clients through community-driven activities and maintaining a therapeutic environment.

About the Opportunity

We seek two passionate and dedicated Case Managers to join Aranda House in Alice Springs, NT. You will support clients in their recovery, helping them build life skills, develop relapse prevention plans, and transition to independent living.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and facilitating therapy, cultural enrichment, and relapse prevention programs
• Designing individual treatment plans aligned with client goals
• Providing case management support, including intake, induction, and reviews
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and external agencies
• Maintaining accurate case notes and contributing to reports
• Participating in on-call rotations and occasional after-hours support

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives within a supportive community environment.

About You

You are an empathetic, culturally aware professional with experience in community services and a strong understanding of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) recovery frameworks. You are confident working with complex clients and committed to person-centred, non-judgemental support.

Qualifications and skills include:

• Experience in community services and case management
• 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
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Certificate IV in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs)
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Knowledge of the TC model and DASA programmes

Salary ranges from approximately $91,000 to $, (based on experience), plus superannuation and benefits like salary packaging options up to $15,000 and relocation assistance up to $3,000. Enjoy 4 weeks of annual leave, 4 paid mental health days, team lunches, and team-building events.

Ready to Join Us?

Empower individuals on their recovery journey and contribute to healthier, safer communities. APPLY NOW and make a meaningful difference every day!

Discover your new home: Alice Springs, NT

Located in the heart of Australia's outback, Alice Springs offers a vibrant community rich in Aboriginal traditions, with unique experiences like camel treks, sunrise balloon journeys, and proximity to Kings Canyon and Uluru. Consider making Alice Springs your home, where every morning offers a new outback adventure.