Youth Alcohol & Other Drug Early Intervention

About the program

RADIO provides young people in remote communities with:

  • Information and referrals
  • Supports to reduce Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) use
  • Coordinated case management
  • Help to improve social and emotional well being
  • Help to build connections with family and community
  • Connections to other service

RADIO builds regional youth AOD connections and ensures young people are supported as they move across communities and between Cairns, Cape York and Torres regions.

RADIO AOD treatment interventions are holistic and focus on connecting young people with local services to assist with:

  • Health
  • School and work
  • Getting along better with family
  • Housing
  • Education/training
  • Living skills development

RADIO comprises of a Senior Clinical Coordinator based at Youth Empowered Towards Independence (YETI) in Cairns and local Youth AOD Workers employed by partner agencies in the Cape York and Torres regions.

If you know of a young person, between the ages of 12-25, who would benefit from a supportive empowering approach to reduce, cease or become safe with their alcohol and drug use contact RADIO.

Referrals can be made by any government or non-government agency, community member, family and/or young person.
RADIO is committed to client confidentiality and informed consent processes.

Contact your local RADIO workers:

Cooktown District Community Centre
Ph: 07 4082 1400
Email: intake@cooktowndcc.org.au

Gungarde Community Centre Aboriginal Corporation
Ph: 0467 375 747
Email: admin@gungarde.com.au

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We’re Hiring – Youth Case Manager (YES)

Want to make a real difference for young people and be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team?

CDCC is looking for a Youth Case Manager to support young people across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

At CDCC, you’ll be part of a strong, collaborative team that values flexibility, genuine connection and supporting each other to do this work well.

• Work directly with young people and their family
• Provide case management and coordinated support
• Deliver outreach, centre-based support and group programs
• Build strong, positive connections that support real change

We’re looking for someone who understands and connects with young people, and works in a professional, trauma-informed, culturally safe and ethical way.

📍 Based in Cooktown (travel required)
🕒 Fixed term contract

📄 For the PD: phone Reception 40821400 or email reception@cooktowndcc.org.au
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We’re Hiring – Youth Case Manager (YES)

Want to make a real difference for young people and be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team?

CDCC is looking for a Youth Case Manager to support young people across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

At CDCC, you’ll be part of a strong, collaborative team that values flexibility, genuine connection and supporting each other to do this work well.

• Work directly with young people and their family
• Provide case management and coordinated support
• Deliver outreach, centre-based support and group programs
• Build strong, positive connections that support real change

We’re looking for someone who understands and connects with young people, and works in a professional, trauma-informed, culturally safe and ethical way.

📍 Based in Cooktown (travel required)
🕒 Fixed term contract

📄 For the PD: phone Reception 40821400 or email reception@cooktowndcc.org.au

🌿 DFV Counsellors – 2 Positions Available

CDCC is seeking two DFV Counsellors (Male and Female Roles) to join our team, working across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

This is an exciting and meaningful opportunity for the right person to be part of a community-based and led service doing work that matters. You’ll be joining a team that is supportive, experienced and genuinely committed to working alongside community in a respectful and practical way.

We’re looking for capable, grounded practitioners who are drawn to this work and can build strong, genuine connections. People who can sit with complexity, work collaboratively, and stay focused on safety, accountability and respectful practice, with an appreciation for local context, community connection and cultural knowledge.

Our work is guided by a trauma-informed, culturally safe and victim-survivor centred approach, with a strong focus on achieving safer outcomes for individuals and families.

Essentials:

• Current Driver License (outreach required)
• Current Blue Card (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated understanding of, or experience in, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling or related fields
• Skills in risk assessment, safety planning and crisis response

What we offer:

- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Ongoing professional development and learning
- Flexible, family-friendly workplace
- Generous salary packaging

📍 Cooktown (outreach required)
For more details or a chat about the position -
📞 07 4082 1400
📧 reception@cooktowndcc.org.au
or apply through
🔗 www.seek.com.au/job/91363061?tracking=SHR-IOS-SharedJob-anz-1
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🌿 DFV Counsellors – 2 Positions Available

CDCC is seeking two DFV Counsellors (Male and Female Roles) to join our team, working across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

This is an exciting and meaningful opportunity for the right person to be part of a community-based and led service doing work that matters. You’ll be joining a team that is supportive, experienced and genuinely committed to working alongside community in a respectful and practical way.

We’re looking for capable, grounded practitioners who are drawn to this work and can build strong, genuine connections. People who can sit with complexity, work collaboratively, and stay focused on safety, accountability and respectful practice, with an appreciation for local context, community connection and cultural knowledge.

Our work is guided by a trauma-informed, culturally safe and victim-survivor centred approach, with a strong focus on achieving safer outcomes for individuals and families.

Essentials:

• Current Driver License (outreach required)
• Current Blue Card (or ability to obtain)
• Demonstrated understanding of, or experience in, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling or related fields
• Skills in risk assessment, safety planning and crisis response

What we offer:

- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Ongoing professional development and learning
- Flexible, family-friendly workplace
- Generous salary packaging

📍 Cooktown (outreach required)
For more details or a chat about the position - 
📞 07 4082 1400
📧 reception@cooktowndcc.org.au
or apply through 
🔗 https://www.seek.com.au/job/91363061?tracking=SHR-IOS-SharedJob-anz-1

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