Alcohol & Drug Practitioner

Wise Group; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased Employer KiwiSaver contribtu

Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12月1

Job summary

Wise Group is seeking an Alcohol and Drug Practitioner to join the Health and Wellbeing team in Wairarapa, offering specialised assessment and treatment for individuals with substance use concerns. The role works within Pathways/Real services to deliver person-centred care.

The ideal candidate has AOD experience, holds an annual practicing certificate, full DAPAANZ registration, and a valid NZ driver's licence. You will contribute to group-based work and coordinate with a broad healthcare team.

Qualifications

• AOD experience in mental health/addictions settings.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Full registration with DAPAANZ.
• Meet Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act requirements.
• Current clean NZ driver’s licence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail in documentation.
• Strong time management and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions to support tāngata whai ora or taiohi.
• Deliver high-quality, professional services in all interactions.
• Provide recovery-focused and strengths-based interventions and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external services as needed.
• Support design, development and facilitation of group-based approaches.

Skills

AOD experience

Annual practicing certificate

DAPAANZ registration

Health Practitioners Competence

Driver’s license

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Join our skilled and experienced Health and Wellbeing team in Wairarapa. Make a difference with person-centred, evidence-based care.

Pathways | Mō mātou

As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased Employer KiwiSaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12 months employment)
• 2 x Paid Wellbeing days each year
• Extroadinary Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• Holiday programme assistance
• Perk + Perk plus discount app

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Join our Health and Wellbeing team as an Alcohol and Drug Practitioner in Wairarapa, where we offer specialised assessment and treatment for individuals.

We're an Adult Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) service supporting peoplewith moderate to severe substance use. We're looking for someone passionate andadaptable who's comfortable working in challenging spaces, and who keepstāngata whai ora and their whānau at the heart of everything they do.

As an AOD Practitioner, you will provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for tāngata whai ora or taiohi with alcohol or other drug challenges. This position is a member of a wider healthcare team within Pathways or Real services.

Do you have experience in mental health and addictions, share our values,and enjoy being part of a supportive, dynamic team? This could be therole for you.

Key responsibilities of the role may include:

• Provide therapeutic intervention & services to improve the ability for tāngata whai ora or taiohi to succeed in their personal lives.
• Provide high quality, professional services in all interactions.
• Provide recovery-focussed & strengths-based intervention, support and recommendations.
• Collaborate with and refer to internal and external services.
• Support the design, development and facilitation of group-based approaches.

Hours include: Monday – Friday 8.30am to 5pm

About You | Mōu

You will:

• Have AOD experience working in mental health and addictions settings or similar
• Hold a current annual practicing certificate.
• Have a full registration with DAPAANZ.
• Meet the requirements of the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (2003).
• Current full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, particularly with regard to written documents.
• Excellent time management, organisation and file maintenance.

Our preference would be for someone based in the Wairarapa or open to relocating here. If you are ready for a change and a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date | Rā Katinga:

4 December 2026. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date.

Position Description:

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Contact | Korero:

Rachael Kenny, Team on [e-mail] for any queries.