Addictions Practitioner - Te Poutama Tautoko

Addictions Practitioner - Te Poutama Tautoko The Role We are looking for an experienced Addictions Practitioner to provide culturally responsive alcohol and drug assessment, treatment, and counselling. You will work closely with whanau one on one and in group sessions and wananga. Working as a team with other AOD practitioners, you will share and collaborate your successes and challenges with weekly MDTs. This is a full‑time role Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm, based at our large site in Hastings. Key Responsibilities Conducting alcohol and drug assessments and creating personalised treatment plans Leading individual and group counselling sessions, workshops, and educational programmes Facilitating group therapy in a safe, collaborative space Coordinating with community and government services for additional support Organising educational wananga on alcohol and drug abuse Supporting early intervention and cultural practices that promote wellness What we are looking for Full or Provisional Registration with DAPAANZ or similar clinical body is a must Relevant qualifications in Psychology, Addictions, Social Work or Nursing Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for addiction including Te Ao Māori models of health Experience working with successfully with whānau Understanding of Te Ao Māori and Te Reo or willingness to embrace Proficiency in report writing and case management What We Offer 5 weeks Annual Leave + Birthday leave Southern Cross Wellness One Health Insurance A kaupapa Māori work environment with regular cultural activities (Kapa haka, karakia) Wellness initiatives and staff activities Life insurance Free parking #J-18808-Ljbffr