Case Manager Addictions Wairau 1FTE perm

Nelson Marlborough District Health Board; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Marlborough Health invites applications for an Addictions Clinician (N, OT or SW) on a permanent 1.0 FTE basis. This recovery-focused, multi-disciplinary service supports individuals and their whānau in the community and hospital settings.

You will be a NZ registered health professional with APC, preferably with addiction experience or study. You will deliver assessments, case management and a range of clinical interventions, collaborating with diverse cultures within the team across

Qualifications

• New Zealand registered health professional (e.g. Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker).
• Current APC and preferably with addiction focus or study towards.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a range of clinical interventions aimed at promoting well-being and supporting recovery for individuals and whānau.
• Experience delivering assessments and case management within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Work with diverse cultures and contribute to a recovery-focused service in Marlborough.

Job description

• Addictions Clinician (N, OT or SW)
• Permanent 1.0 FTE
• Recovery focused, multi-disciplinary service

Health NewZealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti oWaitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all NewZealanders.

About theRole

You will be working with an experienced multi-disciplinary teamcommitted to providing high quality care to consumers and their family and whānau.This is an opportunity to further develop competencies in addiction treatmentin a supportive and positive learning environment. You will facilitate a rangeof clinical interventions aimed at promoting the individual's well-being,aiding them in their recovery and enhancing their capacity to participate incommunity life.

About theTeam/Service/ Location

Nelson Marlborough Health is the main healthprovider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we areNelson and Marlborough’s largest employer, which means the opportunities hereare endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals but we arespread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work canbe challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard tomake a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.

About you

You will be a New Zealand registered health professional (E.G.Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker), or RegisteredDAPAANZ), with a current APC and preferably with an addiction focus or studytowards.

You will have a sense of humour, compassion, excellentcommunications skills, a non-judgmental attitude and a focus on developinginterventions to reduce alcohol and drug related harms for both the individualand the community. It will also be important that you are experienced indelivering assessments and case management. You will also be able todemonstrate your ability to work with a range of cultures and be a team player.

Working atHealth New Zealand

Health NewZealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for thepeople of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive sothat we are better positioned to understand and service our community. Wewelcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities.

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

Location: Wairau Hospital, Marlborough Community