Individuals can seek an assessment/report to be used for a bail application from psychologists at Court Report Central and as a component of this bail report, they can then opt to apply for inclusion in the treatment program. Fees for the Court report and the entry fee for the treatment program must be paid separately. Individuals already on bail can apply for inclusion in the program.
Our clinic provides professional reports to assist individuals seeking bail. These reports are prepared with care to ensure the court has relevant, evidence-based information.
Read MoreThe Treatment Program is designed to extend over 24 weeks and will start two days after the individual is granted bail. This time frame came be extended if it takes more than two days to be released on bail.
Read MorePlease note that fees differ based on the nature of the service requested, whether for treatment or assessment purposes.
Read MoreThe following eligibility criteria must be met before an individual can access the treatment program –
The individual must have a stable home address, as they will be bailed to this address if they are granted bail.
They must be eligible for Medicare to access the Medicare rebate, as there will be further costs to treatment sessions. Please note the treatment sessions, including group therapy and psychoeducation sessions are not covered by the fee for entry into the program.
Individuals will be required to have a reasonable ability to speak and comprehend English. This is due to the fact that the cost of interpreter services would be prohibitive for ongoing treatment.
They must have a mobile phone number as they will need to be in regular contact with treatment providers.
They must have access to a computer with a camera, as all sessions will be conducted via AVL. They will require internet connection.
They must be able to attend their nearest pathology service for drug screening.
They must have the capacity to fund the further costs for treatment sessions.
They must sign consent forms to allow staff to provide information to the Courts and other services involved in ensuring they meet bail conditions.
They must meet the requirements of the program.
It is anticipated that all participants will have a primary substance/alcohol or gambling addiction for which they require intensive investigation.
It is anticipated that individuals will also have additional psychosocial problems that have contributed in some way to the AOD problem.
They must evidence the desire and motivation to make significant changes in their lives..