Practitioner

Odyssey House NZ; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening/weekend shift allowance

Annual leave + study leave

Free meals and fruit

Onsite parking

Professional development support

Job summary

Odyssey House NZ in Auckland seeks a committed Practitioner to join our Adult Residential Service, on a peaceful six-acre site in New Windsor, West Auckland. This full-time role (40 hours) runs Sunday to Thursday with the listed roster.

We value tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi and welcome applicants who support equitable outcomes for Māori and all communities we serve. Salary ranges and benefits reflect experience and registration.

Qualifications

• Have up to one year’s clinical experience working in partnership with clients/tāngata whai ora in social services, health, addictions or mental health settings.
• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Health Science, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, or postgraduate qualification in AOD)
• Are registered (or willing to work towards registration) with DAPAANZ or another relevant professional body – with organisational support
• Demonstrate the ability to build strong, respectful relationships with tāngata whai ora, whānau and stakeholders
• Are open to working within the Therapeutic Community (TC) model
• Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and Pacific cultural values
• Hold a full NZ driver’s licence

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment and support in partnership with tāngata whai ora as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Contribute to treatment planning and care coordination within the Adult Residential Service.
• Engage with whai ora, whānau and stakeholders in a respectful, culturally informed manner.
• Work within the Therapeutic Community (TC) model and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments

Skills

Relationship building

Tikanga Māori awareness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Health Science / related

Occupational Therapy

Psychology

Social Work

Postgraduate qualification in AOD

Registration with DAPAANZ

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you passionate about walking alongside tāngata whai ora on their journey to wellbeing?

Do you value whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and working in a way that upholds Te Tiriti o Waitangi?

Are you looking for a role where your mahi truly makes a difference for individuals, whānau and community?

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Practitioner to join our Adult Residential Service, set on a peaceful six-acre, park-like site in New Windsor, West Auckland. This is a full-time (40 hours), permanent position working Sunday to Thursday on the following rostered schedule.

Sunday 2:15pm to 10:15pm
Monday 10am to 6pm
Tuesday 7:45am – 3:45pm
Wednesday 10am to 6pm
Thursday 2:15pm to 10:15pm

About the Role

Working closely with our Clinical Manager and wider Adult Services team, you will provide clinical treatment and support in partnership with tāngata whai ora as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

We are committed to working in ways that honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We welcome applicants who are confident working within tikanga Māori and who are motivated to strengthen equitable outcomes for Māori and all communities we serve.

What We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you:

Have up to one year’s clinical experience working in partnership with clients/tāngata whai ora in social services, health, addictions or mental health settings

Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. Bachelor of Health Science, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, or postgraduate qualification in AOD)

Are registered (or willing to work towards registration) with DAPAANZ or another relevant professional body – with organisational support

Demonstrate the ability to build strong, respectful relationships with tāngata whai ora, whānau and stakeholders

Are open to working within the Therapeutic Community (TC) model

Have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga Māori, and Pacific cultural values

Hold a full NZ driver’s licence

What We Offer

Salary between 70,083 - $81,369 (depending on experience and registration)

Annual allowance of $2,500 for working evening/weekend shifts

22 days annual leave plus 5 days paid study leave per year

Paid meal breaks, free meals and fruit, and onsite parking

Ongoing professional development and support with registration

A supportive, values-driven team committed to collective wellbeing

More about us:

Odyssey has supported thousands of New Zealanders whose lives are affected by alcohol, drug or other addiction challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that everyone living in New Zealand should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, to feel hopeful about their future and to have meaningful relationships with friends and whānau.

Closing date: 18 August 2026

Please note that Police and Oranga Tamariki clearance checks are required.

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from Māori and Pacific peoples.

For a copy of the Job Description visit 2025-jul---pd-practitioner---adult-services.pdf