Alcohol & Other Drug Clinician

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Registration & supervision

Career progression

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug Clinician to join the CADS Justice Triage pathway within a multidisciplinary team. You will conduct specialist assessments, contribute to treatment planning, and support individuals to access appropriate treatment pathways while maintaining a small community-based caseload.

A minimum of 2 years' experience and Dapaanz registration are essential; the 1.0 FTE role offers a competitive salary and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as an Alcohol & Other Drug Clinician.
• Dapaanz registration required to practise.
• Ability to work across justice and community settings with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Complete specialist alcohol and other assessments for CADS Justice Triage.
• Contribute to treatment planning and access pathways.
• Maintain a small community-based caseload with ongoing assessment and support.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and partners in the justice system.

Skills

Engagement

Communication

Non-judgemental

Team player

Education

Dapaanz registered Alcohol & Other Drug Clinician

Job description

• Permanent 80 hours per fortnight
• Do you enjoy working with complexity?
• Do you bring a non-judgemental approach, along with strong engagement and communication skills?

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug Clinician, with a minimum of 2 years experience, to work alongside our highly skilled multi-disciplinary team.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people navigating the justice system through the CADS Justice Triage pathway. Working alongside Community Corrections and the Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment Court (AODTC), you will complete specialist alcohol and other assessments, contribute to treatment planning and support individuals to access appropriate treatment pathways.

In addition to the justice triage component, you will maintain a small community based alcohol and other drug caseload, providing ongoing assessment, intervention and support to tangata whaiora within the community.

About the Team/Service

Community Alcohol and Drug Service (CADS) provides support and services for adults (18 years and over) and whanau with complex alcohol and other drug concerns, often alongside mental and / or physical health co-morbidities.

We are a team that values professional development and believe that tangata whaiora deserve care from clinicians who are both skilled and compassionate.

Our team works collaboratively with our Te Whatu Ora, Waikato colleagues and across the Rohe to achieve positive outcomes for our tāngata whaiora, while continuing to grow and develop our own practice.

About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

About you

You will be aDapaanz registered Alcohol & Other Drug Clinicianself-motivated team player who can meet deadlines, seek support when needed, and work both independently and as part of a team. If you are looking for a change, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a competitive salary package, including professional development opportunities, paid registration and supervision, and pathways for career progression. Ideally, we would recruit for 1.0 FTE position but will consider other options for the right person. What are you waiting for?

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: WAI32580

Location:

North Island - Waikato - Hamilton

Job type:

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise:

Clinical - Mental Health - Alcohol and Drug Counsellor