VVCS - a service founded by Vietnam veteransOutreach program

The Outreach Program is designed to promote better access to VVCS services for members of the veteran community, regardless of where they live.

VVCS has a comprehensive Outreach Program throughout Australia, providing veterans and their families living in rural, remote and some outer metropolitan areas with access to contract counsellors and other health services. This network provides local contact, support and treatment to veterans and their families.

Referral can be arranged through your local VVCS office by phoning 1800 011 046. 

The following services are available under the Outreach Program:

  • Outreach Counselling – An extensive network of contracted counsellors are available across Australia.
  • Outreach Heart Health Program – a 12-month correspondence program that gives veterans the opportunity to improve their physical and general wellbeing through information and professional training support.
  • Changing the Mix – Alcohol Correspondence Program – is a self-paced program that will give you the skills to change your drinking patterns.  To register for this program call 1800 1808 68.
  • Group Programs – educational courses that provide the veteran community with the opportunity to develop skills to enhance their overall health and wellbeing.  Availability of group programs is dependent on regional interest and location.

How do I become an Outreach Program Provider?

VVCS engages contract counsellors on a fee-for-service basis to provide counselling services to eligible clients in rural, remote and outer-metropolitan areas across Australia.

The VVCS places consecutive AusTender notices for Outreach Program Counsellors in targeted regions across Australia.  The onus is on a tenderer to understand the contents of the Request for Tender (RFT) and the implications of being involved in the RFT process. The RFT documents are available on the AusTender website -  www.tenders.gov.au

All questions about the RFT must be submitted in writing and preferably by e-mail to the Tender Officer (vvcscontracts@dva.gov.au), up to 5 clear business days prior to the tender lodgement deadline.