Annual Report 2005-2006 - Drug Arm

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DRUG ARM Australasia · Annual Report 2005 - 2006 10 3. Programs PROGRAM PRINCIPLES All programs and services provided by DRUG ARM are committed to: • Recovery All programs and services to assist and support clients to become actively involved in improving their quality of life. • Respect Clients All programs and services incorporate social justice practices that ensure all clients seeking support from DRUG ARM have equal access to programs and services and are treated with respect and dignity. • Client-Centred Service Delivery We ensure that the needs of the clients are central to all interventions delivered by the organisation. • Evidence-Based Practice All programs and services to be based upon sound research and best practice models. • Regular Monitoring, Reviewing and Evaluation All programs and services to be reviewed and evaluated annually. • Outcome-Based Practice All programs and services to contribute to better outcomes for clients, volunteers and staff. • Continual Improvements To be committed to continual improvements through the development of a learning culture committed to best management practices. • Managing Risk To identify and manage risks for the benefi t of clients, volunteers, visitors, staff and the community. • Developing relationships with nongovernment and government agencies To developing partnerships that enhance the quality of the intervention outcomes for the client. • Skilled Staff To acquire and maintain professional, skilled and motivated staff to work together in coordinated multidisciplinary teams. DRUG ARM PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OUTREACH SERVICES Ipswich Management of Public Intoxication Program - IMPIP This program is a Street Outreach patrol intervention for young people and others who are intoxicated and in need of support in the Ipswich CBD. Services provided include those of the Street Outreach Services, emergency transport, crisis intervention, education, referrals and connection to relevant service providers, as well as diversionary programs for youth at risk. The program is run by a part time coordinator and project offi cers who are assisted by a pool of trained dedicated volunteers. IMPIP is a joint venture between Ipswich City Council and DRUG ARM funded by the Department of Communities. Mobile Outreach Support Health Project by Integrated Teams - MOSHPIT MOSHPIT provides a unique mobile outreach and health service to substance affected people including young people at risk of homelessness and disadvantaged groups in inner city Brisbane. The MOSHPIT van offers a fully equipped onboard health centre, providing dressings for minor wounds, checkups, referrals to other agencies and support in gaining housing if required.
DRUG ARM Australasia · Annual Report 2005 - 2006 3. Programs continued 11 The program is run by full time coordinators and staffed by a range of professionals including Centrelink offi cers, nurses and counsellors and volunteers. MOSHPIT is a partnership funded through a number of generous sources including Centrelink, St Luke’s Nursing Service, Mater Mothers, SQWISI and Biala Sexual health, and DRUG ARM. Schoolies Recharge Zone Over 10 days of the Gold Coast Schoolies Festival teams of Outreach volunteers operate one of the Recharge Zones, providing support to the estimated 30-40,000 young people at the Festival. Additionally, the Centre for Addiction Research and Education (CARE) conducts research examining drug- and risk-taking behaviours of young people at the Festival; this research is also heavily supported by volunteers. Our research over eight years shows that alcohol is the drug of choice for Gold Coast Schoolies. DRUG ARM’s Recharge Zone collaborates with volunteers from Rosie’s, Scripture Union, Volunteers In Policing (VIP), Hotel Chaplaincy and Gold Coast Schoolies Support Team, as well as working closely with State Emergency Services (SES), ambulance (QAS), police and event organisers. The Zone provides drinks, information and physical support, along with assessment, general support and reconnection. Street Outreach Services – SOS The Street Outreach Services delivered by DRUG ARM in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia (and as a partnership in Canberra) are mobile patrols that engages individuals on the street who are experiencing harm associated with alcohol and other drug use, homelessness and mental health issues. The services provide information and referrals related to drugs and alcohol, as well as other life issues such as relationships and employment. The mobile patrols are crewed by committed and trained staff and volunteers. To assist volunteers to engage young people the vehicle is stocked with tea, coffee and Milo and other snacks. The outreach teams provide a range of services including: • information/brochures e.g. health issues, accommodation • clothing and blankets • a listening ear and caring emotional support • transport in emergency situations • information on issues regarding health, social or lifestyle issues, alcohol and other drugs • referrals and connection to other DRUG ARM programs and services as well as other agencies which offer long term support programs. In Queensland and New South Wales the SOS programs are funded by community donations, sponsorships and fundraising. South Australia has been able to gain some funding from the South Australian Department of Health, and ten local councils - City of Playford, City of Salisbury, City of Tea Tree Gully, Town of Gawler, City of Port Adelaide Enfi eld, City of Holdfast Bay, City of Marion, City of Mitcham, City of Onkaparinga and from dedicated sponsors to support the SOS programs in the northern, western, southern and north eastern regions of Adelaide. Toowoomba Quality Second-hand Clothing Store The Opportunity Shop is located in Toowoomba. It is staffed very ably by a band of dedicated volunteers who sort, price, maintain and sell goods at the shop. Funds raised by the shop go towards supporting the Toowoomba SOS program.
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