At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead clinical practice and oversee complex care plans in remote NT communities.
- Company: Join Drug and Alcohol Services Australia, a mission-driven community-led provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, relocation allowance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with team-building events and leadership programs.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vulnerable communities while shaping AOD services.
- Qualifications: Degree in AOD, Health, or Social Care; experience in program management and supervision.
The predicted salary is between 143000 - 153000 $ per year.
Lead clinical practice across a mission-driven AOD service spanning Alice Springs and remote Northern Territory communities, including Groote Eylandt.
Lead clinical governance and guide non-clinical staff across Alice Springs and remote NT communities. You will direct four Service Managers, oversee complex client care plans, and integrate expert clinical strategy directly into executive decision-making.
Duties
- Lead planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical and AOD programs
- Direct clinical governance, intake functions, and complex care plans
- Supervise four Service Managers and drive team performance
- Prepare budgets, grant proposals, and maintain stakeholder relations
- Monitor AOD research to address shifting regional drug trends
Is This You?
- Degree in Alcohol & Other Drugs, Health, or Social Care
- Current Driver’s Licence with ability to travel to remote communities
- Experience managing concurrent programs and staff supervision
- Knowledge of current AOD intervention models and reporting
- Commitment to respectful work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
What You'll Enjoy
DASA offers a competitive salary of $143,000 to $153,000 PLUS Super, alongside a genuinely supportive working environment and a host of benefits, including:
- $15,900 Salary Sacrificing PLUS Remote Area benefits
- 6 weeks Annual Leave
- Relocation Allowance of up to $4,000
- 4 Paid Mental Health Days in addition to Sick/Personal Leave
- Fully Funded Travel & Accommodation for regional and remote work + Travel Allowance paid at the ATO rate
- Team Lunches and Annual Team-building events
- Ongoing Professional Development, including Conference Travel
- A quarterly, externally facilitated Leadership Support Program Day
About the company
Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA) is a community-led specialist provider with a 40-year history across Central Australia. We deliver therapeutic, outreach, and court-alternative AOD programs to reduce incarceration and support vulnerable people.
Your Next Chapter Starts in Alice Springs
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced AOD clinician to step into a senior clinical leadership role, shape services across a vast and vibrant region, and make a genuine difference to some of the Northern Territory's most vulnerable communities.
Therapeutic/Clinical Lead in Alice Springs employer: Drug & Alcohol Services Australia
At Drug and Alcohol Services Australia (DASA), we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. Our commitment to community impact is matched by our dedication to employee well-being, with generous leave entitlements, relocation assistance, and ongoing professional development opportunities, all set against the stunning backdrop of Alice Springs and remote Northern Territory communities. Join us in making a real difference while enjoying a fulfilling career in a mission-driven organisation.
Contact Details:
Drug & Alcohol Services Australia Recruitment Team
