Specialist Practitioner

• Part Time
• Application Closes 16 Jul 2026
• Auckland - Auckland
• Social Worker

Specialist Practitioner - part time hours

About the role

The Specialist Practitioner (Kaiwhakaora-Ngangahau/Kaiatarau/AOD) is responsible for providing effective and efficient day to day support to residents residing at Te Whare Hīnātore with a kaupapa Māori and trauma-informed focus. The Specialist Practitioner will work alongside the residential services teams to deliver advice, support and meaningful activities that help residents engage within the community and that will enhance quality of life.

We value learning and growth. You will be supported on your unique journey through mentoring and on the job development as part of the wider Mission community committed to meaningful, values-led work. 

This role is a great starting point where you can learn on the job and work towards a longer-term career at Auckland City Mission.

What you will be doing

• Provide comprehensive assessments using te ao Māori practice models.
• Develop treatment plans which include goal setting, interventions, regular reviews and actively encourage involvement of whānau or other support people in the treatment provision.
• Collaborate in the use of te ao Māori practice models to develop & deliver meaningful, relevant, content & activities that engage whanau within Te Whare and encourage participation in the wider community.
• Develop and proactively maintain functional networks with other community agencies to ensure activities and support remains cutting edge and relevant.
• Participates in and contributes to the development and implementation of residential planning, quality initiatives, research, and evaluation activities.

What we are looking for

• NZ Registered clinician with current annual practicing certificate & member of relevant Professional Association.
• Previous experience working as a clinician developing treatment plans which include goal setting, interventions, and regular reviews.
• Excellent clinical assessment skills.
• Knowledge of the concepts and implications of Brief Intervention and Harm Reduction Models and willingness to work within these frameworks
• Willingness to support and participate in the organisation’s commitment to kaupapa Māori and Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
• Full Clean New Zealand Drivers Licence.

We recognize that skills, experience and knowledge can be gained in a number of ways. This may include paid or voluntary work, experience undertaken through your church, marae, iwi or whānau responsibilities, or other community roles.

 What we offer 

• Opportunities to strengthen cultural connection through weekly Kapa Haka, waiata, and monthly romiromi.
• Access to EAP & external supervision.  
•  “Mission Leave” provides an opportunity to focus on wellbeing along with annual and sick leave.
• Tangihanga leave. 
• Access to sick leave from your 1st day of employment.
• Ongoing training and development. 
• Staff discounts at Auckland City Mission Op Shops and Pharmacy.
• Access to low cost, fresh produce through the Mission Grocer. 
• Convenient access to public transport and discounted parking options. 
• Opportunities for career progression within the Mission. 

About the Organisation 

Auckland City Mission – Te Tāpui Atawhai works alongside people in Tāmaki Makaurau facing poverty, homelessness, hunger, and isolation.

With over 100 years of service, we deliver integrated support across housing, food, health and recovery, supporting tens of thousands of Aucklanders every year. Our work is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and guided by our values; Manaakitanga, Rangapū, Atawhai, and Manatika/Mana Ōrite. 

We believe in people, collective responsibility, and hope - and invite those who share our values to join us.