AOD Practitioner: Empowering Recovery & Hope

Wise Group; Masterton District; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver top-up

5th week annual leave

Wellbeing days

Health & Wellbeing card

Holiday programme support

Perk+ app

Job summary

Pathways is expanding its Health and Wellbeing team in Whanganui, seeking an AOD Practitioner to provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for individuals with alcohol or other drug issues. This role sits within a wider healthcare team delivering person-centred care in a supportive setting.

The successful candidate will have AOD experience, current APC, and registration with DAPAANZ, plus a commitment to HPCAA standards. Flexible hours and relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• AOD experience in mental health/addictions settings.
• Hold an Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Registered with DAPAANZ in good standing.
• Know the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCAA).
• Current full, clean NZ driver’s license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for tāngata whai ora or taiohi with AOD challenges.
• Deliver high-quality, professional services in all interactions.
• Apply recovery-focused, strengths-based approaches to care and recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external services for integrated care.
• Support design, development and facilitation of group-based approaches.

Skills

AOD experience

Annual practicing certificate

DAPAANZ registration

HPCA Act knowledge

NZ driver’s license

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Job description

Pathways is expanding its Health and Wellbeing team in Whanganui, seeking an AOD Practitioner to provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for individuals with alcohol or other drug issues. This role sits within a wider healthcare team delivering person-centred care in a supportive setting.

The successful candidate will have AOD experience, current APC, and registration with DAPAANZ, plus a commitment to HPCAA standards. Flexible hours and relocation support may be available.