Justice Services AOD Counselling Program
Provides specialised alcohol, tobacco and other drug counselling support for community based individuals connected to Justice Services in the ACT (e.g. Community Corrections and Alexander Maconochie Centre) or those who have concluded with these services within the last three months. The program focusses on supporting people to transition and maintain recovery within the community.
Operating hours
Wait time
Yes, there are typically waiting times (contact the service for more information)After hours support
YesIntake Phone Number
(02) 6185 1300Description
The Karralika Justice Services AOD Counselling Program provides trauma informed specialist AOD counselling services for community based clients who are currently engaged with justice services in the ACT (i.e. Community Corrections or Alexander Maconochie Centre) or who have concluded with these services within the last three months. Up to twelve counselling sessions can be provided, with a focus on assisting clients to develop strategies to address AOD and other issues arising from the transition back to the community.
Age range eligibility
18-25 year old26 +
Documentation
No referral required (i.e., can self-refer)Referral other: Referrals also accepted from ACT Courts and Corrective Services
Medication/Intoxication exclusions
No exclusions, i.e. the a low threshold service able to see people whether they have used drugs or not, people can attend whilst on medication or going through withdrawal or while Opioid Management TherapyUse of drug testing
Drug testing not used or not applicableTreatment type
CounsellingTreatment duration
The program duration is variable, contact the service for more informationTreatment goal
Behaviour changeDelivery mode
Appointment requiredPublic transport support available
N/A
ACT and NSW residents
Accepts ACT residentsDisability access
Accessible toiletsAccessible doorways
Accessible parking
Family/children support and access
Information and/or education and support for families and/or carers is providedPhones permitted
YesSmoking permitted
NoFees
No feesAdditional program description
For further information, please refer to the Karralika Programs website at, www.karralika.org.au.
Additional program services or support
Hepatitis screening/treatment/vaccinations availableSTI screening/treatment/vaccinations available
Access to mental health screening/assessments/support available
Additional supports available, contact service for more information
Organisation website provides details and more information
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