Alcohol and Other Drugs Programs and Services
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) is seeking a provider or providers to deliver Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) programs and services to male and female prisoners and offenders across Queensland. Purpose QCS is seeking to ensure male and female prisoners and offenders across Queensland gain the assistance required to successfully address their Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) needs. About Government priorities under the "Making Queensland Safer" framework emphasise programs and interventions that break the cycle of offending through evidence-based practices and effective rehabilitation strategies. QCS delivers this commitment through evidence-informed correctional practices and targeted rehabilitation programs delivered in partnership with government and non-government providers. Scope The scope includes: Delivery of the Alcohol and Other Drugs Foundation and Intervention Model in correctional centres Delivery of a Counselling Model in community corrections Enquiries Contact: Nicole Hambleton, Senior Procurement and Contracts Officer Phone: 07 3231 7058 Email: nicole.hambleton@corrections.qld.gov.au
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