Practitioner

• Full Time
• Application Closes 05 Jul 2024
• Auckland - West Auckland
• Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselor

Are you people orientated and seeking a professional challenge?

Are you keen to develop your professional skills with organisational support?

Do you want a job where you can make a tangible difference in people’s lives?

We now have a vacancy for a mature individual to work as a Practitioner at our Adult Residential Service, located on a six-acre park-like site in West Auckland. Working Sunday to Thursday (40 hours per week), you will work the following rostered shifts: 

• Sunday 2.15pm – 10.15pm
• Monday 2.15pm – 10.15pm
• Tuesday 10.00am – 6.00pm
• Wednesday 2.15pm – 10.15pm
• Thursday 10.00am – 6.00pm

Working closely with the Clinical Manager and other members of the Adult Services team, you will be responsible for providing clinical treatment and support in partnership with tāngata whaiora (people seeking wellness) as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Up to 1 years’ clinical experience working in partnership with clients/ tāngata whaiora (clients seeking wellness) in a social services, health, addictions, or mental health care setting.
• A relevant tertiary qualification e.g. Bachelors of Health Science, OT, Psychology, Social Work or post graduate diploma/certificate in AOD.
• Registration or a willingness to work towards registration with DAPAANZ or another relevant professional body (with organisational support) .
• Ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• A willingness to embrace the Therapeutic Community (TC) method of treatment.
• An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Māori tikanga and Pacific culture and customs
• A full NZ driver’s license.

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary package, including an annual allowance of $2500 for working evening/weekend shifts.
• 22 days annual leave and 5 days paid study leave per annum.
• Paid meal breaks, free meals and fruit.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive team who are passionate about what they do.

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.

To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter, and complete the additional information questionnaire online. For all enquiries, please contact Michelle Nicholson on 021 578262.

Closing date: Friday, 5 July 2024

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 Pasifika candidates.