Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Clinician

Nau mai, haere mai. Are you a qualified clinician passionate about making a real, lasting impact in the Dunedin community. Te Kaika is a purpose-driven kaupapa Māori organisation dedicated to providing integrated health, social, and educational services. We are seeking a compassionate Qualified AOD Clinician to join our dedicated team at Te Whare , our community-based Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Support Service. Delivering care through an inclusionary harm reduction lens and Māori-centred models of relational care, you will walk alongside whaiora (clients) and their whānau on their journey toward healing and wellbeing. What’s In It For You? Purpose & Impact: Be part of a vibrant, collaborative team delivering culturally responsive care that creates genuine social change. Hauora & Wellbeing: Access to comprehensive wellbeing support, personal growth opportunities, and dedicated leave entitlements. Professional Growth: Ongoing clinical supervision, professional mentorship, and comprehensive cultural competency development. Cultural Connection: Work within an organisation that proudly honours Ngāi Tahu traditions, integrates kaupapa Māori values, and celebrates diversity. Key Responsibilities Facilitate comprehensive AOD clinical assessments and collaborate with whaiora to develop relational, tailored treatment plans. Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed individual counselling and facilitate therapeutic group programmes. Provide holistic case management and coordinate seamless wrap-around support within the wider Te Kāika Dunedin Wellbeing Hub. Maintain accurate, secure, and professional clinical documentation in accordance with sector standards. Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, peer support, and clinical reviews. What You Bring (Essential Requirements) Qualifications: A tertiary degree in Alcohol and Drugs (AOD) or related. Registrations: Current professional registration (or immediate eligibility) (e.g.,DAPAANZ, NZAC). Cultural Competency: A strong understanding of Māori health models (such as Te Whare Tapa Whā) and a genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Experience: Proven experience working in the addictions or mental health sector, delivering therapeutic interventions with strong boundary-setting. Compliance: A full, clean NZ driver’s licence and the ability to clear NZ Police vetting. #J-18808-Ljbffr