Alcohol and Drug Clinician - CADS Dual Diagnosis at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitemata, AucklandFull time role (1FTE)Based in Point ChevalierCADS is the largest Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) service in New Zealand working with over 15,000 people each year. CADS provides free community and inpatient AOD treatment from a number of locations across Auckland. CADS is committed to empowering the community to discover healthier use of substances (harm minimisation) and to promote recovery and well-being.About the roleYou will be part of a specialist team providing assessment and clinical case support to clients of mental health services in the Auckland Region who have a co-existing substance abuse or dependency problem. We also deliver training and coaching around Dual Diagnosis issues.A sense of social justice and enjoyment in working with people in all their complexity is required. You will have a non-judgmental attitude, excellent engagement and communication skills, and an ability to work autonomously within a team. You will also have:Complete registration with a professional body (DAPAANZ, nursing, social work, counselling, psychology, occupational therapy or related fields)Legal right to work in NZAbility to implement Te Tiriti O Waitangi in your daily workPreferredClinical experience in addictions or mental health or similarComfortable working in a range of settings including probation, prisons, NGOsComfortable working with other health and social service providersLived experience as a consumer or whanau memberExperience in group facilitationExperience and/or training in the alcohol and drug field is preferred, as well as relevant tertiary qualifications, assessment, treatment and referral skills.What we offerWorking for a regional service in the country's largest healthcare provider provides more opportunities for professional development10 days sick leave and 4 weeks annual leaveCompetitive salary and paid professional registration as per our collective agreementRegular supervision, support and trainingSalary: Te Whatu Ora Waitemata has recently implemented Allied Health pay equity salaries starting from $74,842 - $104,466.Our ValuesAt Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitemata we are driven by our values "everyone matters," "with compassion," "connected" and "better, best, brilliant." We are committed to living up to these values to give you the right balance of autonomy, support, development, encouragement and aroha.How to applyTo apply for this position, please do so by visiting our careers page at www.wdhbcareers.co.nz, quoting position number WDHB15610A or by clicking on the apply button.To find out more about being a Dual Diagnosis Clinician please contact Pauline Tucker at (09) 815 5830. For recruitment enquiries, please contact Katherine Shinhama, Recruitment Consultant for Mental Health Services at (09) 442 7248.Position number: WDHB15610AEmployer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand WaitemataNote: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.
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