AOD Clinician - Community-Based Recovery Specialist

North Island - Auckland South & East Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Generous leave entitlements

Ongoing training

Te Tiriti o Waitangi aligned workplace

Career development opportunities

Job summary

North Island - Auckland South & East Auckland is seeking an experienced AOD Clinician for a permanent, part-time role in Papakura. The position supports adults through holistic assessments, treatment planning and community-based outreach within a dual Peer Support and Clinician model.

You will deliver client-centred care in flexible settings, maintain clinical records and work to reduce risk. This role values culturally responsive practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in AOD and/or mental health settings.
• Current DAPAANZ registration preferred.
• First Aid with CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive AOD assessments and develop individualized, recovery-focused treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each person’s needs, strengths and goals.
• Work collaboratively with Peer Support Specialists to deliver person-centred care.
• Build relationships with whānau and community organisations.
• Assess and respond to risk, including safety and relapse-prevention plans.
• Maintain clear, accurate clinical records.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group education and recovery programmes.
• Contribute to a culturally responsive, trauma-informed recovery-focused service.

Skills

AOD experience

Mental health experience

DAPAANZ registration

First Aid CPR

NZ driver licence

Job description

North Island - Auckland South & East Auckland is seeking an experienced AOD Clinician for a permanent, part-time role in Papakura. The position supports adults through holistic assessments, treatment planning and community-based outreach within a dual Peer Support and Clinician model.

You will deliver client-centred care in flexible settings, maintain clinical records and work to reduce risk. This role values culturally responsive practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.