New Zealand Government – Blenheim, South IslandFull time, PermanentHealth New Zealandl Te Whatu Ora Nelson Marlborough seeks an addictions clinician who is either a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker to join multidisciplinary services.Permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE), working 80 hours a fortnight.Recovery focused, multi-disciplinary service.Join Health NZ at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.You will be working with an experienced multi-disciplinary team committed to providing high quality care to consumers and their family and whanau. This is an opportunity to further develop competencies in addiction treatment in a supportive and positive learning environment. You will facilitate a range of clinical interventions aimed at promoting the individual's well-being, aiding them in their recovery and enhancing their capacity to participate in community life.Ko wai he kaitono totika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)You will be a New Zealand registered health professional (E.G. Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse, or Social Worker) with a current APC and preferably with an addiction focus or study towards.You will have a sense of humour, compassion, excellent communications skills, a non-judgmental attitude and a focus on developing interventions to reduce alcohol and drug related harms for both the individual and the community. It will also be important that you are experienced in delivering assessments, case management and group therapy. You will also be able to demonstrate your ability to work with a range of cultures and be a team player.The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. With nearly 3,000 employees, we are Nelson's and Marlborough's largest employer supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region.We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.Nga huanga o tenei mahi (The benefits of this position)You will be joining a hardworking and supportive team that makes a real difference every day. We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes.Click Apply now to fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.Ref: W24-119Applications close: Open until filled (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.Health NZ Nelson Marlborough strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.
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