Addiction Counsellor — Remote-Ready, Community Impact

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Pension and medical aid contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Addiction Counsellor for outpatient services in Queenstown. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and lead individual and group counselling sessions to support recovery from substance use disorders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, ethical confidentiality, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will document progress, contribute to case reviews, and engage clients and families to build coping skills,

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (e.g., SACAP registration, BACP equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Addiction Counsellor or in a related role with substance abuse treatment experience.
• In-depth knowledge of addiction theories, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' substance use patterns, mental health status, and psychosocial functioning.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings and client goals.
• Facilitate individual counselling sessions using evidence-based approaches (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, CBT).
• Lead group therapy sessions focused on relapse prevention, coping skills, and life management.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute addiction-related issues.
• Monitor client progress, document sessions accurately and confidentially, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate clients and families about addiction, recovery processes, and available support systems.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community agencies to ensure holistic client care.
• Maintain client records in compliance with policies and ethical guidelines.

Skills

Counselling

Group facilitation

Assessments

Communication

Education

Counselling/psychology/social work degree

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Addiction Counsellor for outpatient services in Queenstown. You will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and lead individual and group counselling sessions to support recovery from substance use disorders.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, ethical confidentiality, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. You will document progress, contribute to case reviews, and engage clients and families to build coping skills,