General Practice Nurse

Waitakere I-Medical Centre; Auckland; On-site; NZD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development

Te Tiriti o Waitangi aligned workplace

Job summary

Waitakere I-Medical Centre is seeking an AOD Clinician to join a Papakura‑based team in a permanent, part‑time role (24 hours per week, 48 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday). This community‑based service supports adults 18+ and operates with a dual Peer Support and Clinician model to provide holistic, culturally responsive care.

You’ll conduct comprehensive assessments, develop recovery‑focused plans, and collaborate with Peer Support Specialists to deliver person‑centred interventions in

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in AOD and/or mental health settings.
• Current DAPAANZ registration preferred.
• First Aid certification including CPR.
• Full, clean New Zealand driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive AOD assessments and develop recovery‑focused treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each person’s needs 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, developing safety and relapse‑prevention plans.
• Maintain clear clinical records.
• Facilitate or co‑facilitate group education and recovery programmes.
• Contribute to a trauma‑informed, recovery‑driven service.

Skills

2+ years experience in AOD/mental健康

First Aid including CPR

NZ driver licence

Education

DAPAANZ registration (preferred)

Job description

Our client is one of Aotearoa’s leading for‑purpose organisations, delivering services across mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing and housing. They are looking for anAOD Clinician to join their Papakura‑based team in a permanent, part‑time position working 24 hours per week (48 hours per fortnight), Monday to Friday .

About the role

This is an opportunity to work within acommunity‑based Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) service supporting adults aged 18 and over .

The service takes a flexible, community‑focused approach, meeting people in places where they feel safe and comfortable – includingwhānau homes, local parks and community living environments .

You’ll work as part of adual Peer Support and Clinician model , partnering closely and equally with Peer Support Specialists. Together, you’ll provide holistic, culturally responsive assessment, treatment and outreach that recognises the individual, their strengths and their recovery goals.

What you’ll be doing

• Complete comprehensive AOD assessments and develop individualised, 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 effective relationships with whānau, community organisations and other support services.
• Assess and respond to risk, including developing appropriate safety and relapse‑prevention plans.
• Maintain clear, accurate and timely clinical records.
• Facilitate or co‑facilitate group education and recovery programmes.
• Contribute to a service that is culturally responsive, trauma‑informed and grounded in recovery principles.

About you

You’re a skilled and compassionate clinician who understands the complexities of addiction and is passionate about helping people achieve sustainable change.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Current DAPAANZ registration (preferred).
• 2+ years’ experience working in AOD and/or mental health settings.
• Strong knowledge of addiction, recovery and therapeutic frameworks.
• Experience completing clinical assessments, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting people experiencing substance use challenges.
• CurrentFirst Aid certification including CPR , or the willingness and ability to obtain this.
• Afull, clean New Zealand driver licence .

What’s in it for you :

• Extensive wellbeing support, including counselling, budgeting advice, coaching and mental health workshops to support yourhauora and personal growth .
• Staff discounts with a range of retailers and outlets.
• Generous leave entitlements, including wellbeing, cultural and study leave where applicable.
• Ongoing training, learning and professional development opportunities.
• An inclusive and supportive workplace grounded inTe Tiriti o Waitangi and our Pou (guiding pillars) .
• Opportunities to build your career within one ofAotearoa’s largest for‑purpose organisations .