About the organisation
Te Runanga o Kirikiriroa is a kaupapa Maori organisation that prides itself on working to a family-centred, tikanga guided, wellbeing approach. With a team of 100+ professionals, they are committed to delivering mental health, youth, housing and other social services in Hamilton city and beyond. The overriding mission of everyone who works at this organisation is a desire to improve holistic wellbeing and development to all.
About the Role - Alcohol and Drug Clinician
We have a permanent position available within Te Ara Pai Service.
Te Ara Pai, our Alcohol and other Drug (AOD) Service works collaboratively with our Community Mental Health Service. Te Ara Pai offers specialised assessments, treatment and support tailored for individuals affected by alcohol and other drug issues. Our service delivers both group and individual AOD/Mental Health programmes, designed to address the unique needs of our whanaunga. A key component of our assessment process is the use of the Te Awa tool. This comprehensive assessment covers 13 domains, allowing our whanaunga to self-assess and guide their own recovery and wellbeing journey. This approach empowers whanaunga to direct their pathway, ensuring that our interventions are both effective and aligned with their personal goals. We value the close collaboration with the Community Mental Health Team and other internal and external services who are also committed to providing integrated and holistic care to our whanaunga.
Position details
Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5.00pm. Please note on occasions you may be required to work outside of these hours, depending on the support needs of whanaunga.
Starting from $80,000 - $90,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience, aligned with pay equity).
A day in the role
Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify substance use issues, co-occurring mental health conditions, and other relevant factors using Te Awa as the assessment tool.
Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings in collaboration with whanaunga goals.
Provide individual and group counselling to whanaunga dealing with substance abuse and dependency.
Facilitate relapse prevention strategies and support whanaunga in achieving and maintaining abstinence.
Monitor and review whanaunga progress, adjusting treatment plans as required.
Maintain accurate and confidential whanaunga records, including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Provide culturally sensitive and appropriate services, acknowledging and respecting the diverse backgrounds of whanaunga, including Maori and Pasifika communities.
We are seeking an Alcohol and Drug Clinician who:
Prides themself on their ability to work to a whanau first, tikanga based, wellbeing approach.
Has relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, occupational therapy, counselling or addictions studies.
Is registered with a relevant professional body (e.g DAPAANZ, SWRB, NZAC, OTBNZ).
Has experience working in mental health and addictions or related fields.
Has evidence of being fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19.
Holds a full drivers licence.
Has proof of your right to work in New Zealand (One year minimum).
Benefits
Work with a passionate, driven organisation and experienced leadership team.
Contribute to urban Maori and Pasifika communities and support the holistic wellbeing of everyone seeking support.
Continuous professional development and training opportunities available.
Medical Insurance.
Free parking.
Monthly Supervision / Mentoring.
If you believe you would enjoy working in a kaupapa Maori organisation, possess a strong work ethic, and envision your career pathway in supporting our whanaunga, then this is the perfect role for you! Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives, apply now!
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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