Opiate Substitution Treatment Case Manager Vacancy No: TAR05610 Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community Te Kaupapa – Mission Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community.
Taranaki - A place like no other Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities.
The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks.
E pa ana ki a tatou - About us At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you: A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department Access to clinical training and education Up to date facilities Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams Professional development Korero mo te turanga - About the role Opioid Substitution Treatment Case Manager Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth 0.8 FTE (64 hours per fortnight) Permanent Position Are you an experienced Addictions Clinician and/or looking to gain more experience in this field?
Are you passionate about delivering a high-quality service?
Do you want to work in a dynamic OST and Addictions team?
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced clinician to work in our small yet dynamic Opioid Substitution Treatment team, a part of our larger AOD Team.
The OST team works from a base site in New Plymouth with a satellite clinic in Hawera.
The team provides a specialist service throughout Taranaki, for adults from the age of 18 years inclusive, who are receiving Opioid Substitution Treatment (Methadone or Buprenorphine).
We will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to provide: Assessment and specialised addiction treatment in our busy community outpatient addiction service in New Plymouth to adults aged 18 years and over; Quality, evidence-based treatment in collaboration with people seeking support and the input of the wider multi-disciplinary team; Opportunity to work individually with service users and whanau, collaboratively with colleagues and travel to rural Taranaki to provide services in our satellite clinic.
Mou - About you Successful candidates will have: Registration and current APC as a health practitioner such as a AOD Counsellor, Registered Nurse, Registered Social Worker.
Strong background and experience in addictions (preferred) or mental health service delivery; Ability to work under pressure, be a good team player and positively contribute to service delivery; Be prepared to travel across the Taranaki rohe to meet the needs of our people and have a willing, 'can do' attitude.
We can offer you a welcoming and supportive environment with a team that is committed to ensuring you are successful in your role.
If you want to make an application click on "Apply Online" from within this page.
For further information, please contact Ross Ekdahl – Manager Community MHAS on Email: ****** Applications Close 27 August 2024 Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai By joining together, we will succeed #J-18808-Ljbffr
