What is ROCKET?
ROCKET is a psychosocial residential rehabilitation service in the western region for people aged 16-24 who are experiencing serious mental health issues. Participants can be in the program for up to two years and are supported in their steps towards independent living.
Key workers support participants in identifying their goals and strengths, developing skills and knowledge and accessing community resources.
What does ROCKET do?
ROCKET offers participants a range of individual and group based activities including:• Living skills
• Communication and social skills
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Recreation
• Reducing harm associated with substance use
Participants will also receive support to access:
• Local health and counselling services
• Education, training and employment services
• Local council services
• Mental health services
• Housing services
• Drug and alcohol services
Referral and Orientation
ROCKET is a joint program of:
Western Region Health Centre - Phone: 9310 9100
and
The Macaulay Program, Doutta Galla Community Health Centre
Phone: 9379 0333
The program promotes diversity, choice, independence and participation for young people.
Referral Process
Telephone us and we will send you more information and a referral form.On receipt of the referral, staff will make contact to
arrange a meeting with the applicant. During this meeting a structured assessment interview will be held for the purpose of determining the applicants support needs and to provide further information.
You will be notified of the outcome of this process as soon as possible.
Orientation
Before moving into ROCKET, successful applicants must complete a six week orientation. During this time the applicant will be invited to individual and group activities. They will also be asked to do a few sleepovers.The orientation ensures that potential participants are familiar with the program before committing to move in.
What else should I know?
Q. Are there costs incurred for participating in the program?
Participants pay a service fee which covers accommodation, food and utilities.Q. How many participants are at ROCKET?
ROCKET can accommodate up to 9 young people. Three females and six males.Q. What hours is ROCKET staffed?
ROCKET is staffed seven days a week. There are staff covering 8.00am to 8.00pm weekdays, 11.00am to 7.00pm on Saturday and Sunday. There are no staff overnight but an on-call system is in place for emergencies.The service is not a clinical service. The focus is on independent living. In situations where administration of medication is required, consultation with mental health clinicians and yourself will occur.
ROCKET is located at:
ROCKET YOUTH RESIDENTIAL
REHABILITATION
5 Bent Street, St Albans. 3021
Phone: 03 9310 9100
Fax: 03 9310 9200
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