AOD Addictions Practitioner Whanau-Centered Care

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga

Hastings

On-site

NZD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Health insurance

Kaupapa Māori culture

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Free parking

Job summary

Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga in Hastings seeks an experienced Addictions Practitioner to provide culturally responsive assessment, treatment and counselling for kaupapa Māori health and social services. You will work with whānau one-on-one, in groups and wananga, within a supportive MDT.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:00pm, based at our integrated services site in Hastings. Applicants must hold registration with DAPAANZ or similar, and have qualifications in Psychology,

Qualifications

Full or Provisional Registration with DAPAANZ or equivalent clinical body
Qualifications in Psychology, Addictions, Social Work, Counselling or Nursing
Experience delivering addiction interventions incorporating Te Ao Māori models
Experience working with whānau
Understanding of Te Ao Māori and Te Reo or willingness to embrace
Proficiency in report writing and case management

Responsibilities

Conducting alcohol and drug assessments and creating personalised treatment plans
Leading individual and group counselling sessions, workshops, and educational programmes
Facilitating group therapy in a safe, collaborative space
Coordinating with community and government services for additional support
Organising educational wananga on alcohol and drug use
Supporting early intervention and cultural practices that promote wellness