Addictions Practitioner - Te Poutama TautokoListed 19 days AgoAre you an Addictions Practitioner looking to join a supportive, kaupapa Maori team? Do you want to work for an organisation that provides a range of services to support the whole whanau? If so, we want to hear from you.About UsTe Taiwhenua o Heretaunga is a whanau-focused, Iwi mandated, kaupapa Maori health and social services organisation. We have been supporting our whanau me hapori to achieve their aspirations and general wellbeing for more than 39 years. Underpinning our success as an organisation are our values Kotahitanga, Whakamana, Kaitiakitanga and Whanaungataunga, which are woven through everything we do. Our Te Poutama Tautoko team, part of our Addictions and Mental Health Service, is focused on empowering individuals to develop the skills, knowledge, and strategies needed for transformative change.The RoleWe're seeking a passionate Addictions Practitioner to join our team, focused on empowering individuals with the skills and knowledge needed for transformative change. You will provide culturally responsive alcohol and drug assessment, treatment, and counselling, working closely with individuals and their whanau on their wellness journey.Key Responsibilities:Conducting alcohol and drug assessments and creating personalised treatment plansLeading individual and group counselling sessions, workshops, and educationalprogrammesFacilitating group therapy in a safe, collaborative spaceCoordinating with community and government services for additional supportOrganising educational wananga on alcohol and drug abuseSupporting early intervention and cultural practices that promote wellnessKey Requirements:Registration with DAPAANZ or similar clinical bodyExperience delivering therapeutic interventions for addictionProficiency in report writing and case managementExperience working with whanauWhat We Offer:A kaupapa Maori work environment with regular cultural activities (Kapa haka, karakia)Life and health insurance5 weeks annual leave + birthday leaveWellness programme with earned days off and staff activitiesFree parking and Ngakau Aotea trainingExplore our website or Facebook page for a glimpse of the caring, dynamic workplace at Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga. https://ttoh.iwi.nz/ https://www.facebook.com/TTOHcommunityIf you're excited about driving positive health outcomes for whanau, we want to hear from you. Apply today.Please include:CVCompleted application form (online)Applications close 6 Jan 2025. We will be reviewing applicants as they come in, so early applications are encouraged.
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