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Posted 24 August, 2026

Part Time AOD Clinician

Dapaanz Addiction Practitioners' Association Aotearoa New Zealand
Papakura, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 4b7c703e272cf7cd

Job Description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. $87,926 - $102,000 a year 17d ago , from Dapaanz Addiction Practitioners' Association Aotearoa New Zealand Are you ready to make a difference every day? Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa is a national provider of mental health, addiction, disability, offender rehabilitation, wellbeing, and housing services. We believe that everyone is capable of living full and rich lives in their communities of choice. In every aspect of our work, we are committed to helping whānau (families) be the best they can be. We are seeking an AOD Clinician to join ourPhoenix Servicein Papakura . This is a permanent, part-time position working 24 hours per week (48 hours per fortnight), Monday to Friday. Phoenix is a community-based Alcohol and Other Drug service supporting adults aged 18 and over. Our team meets people in familiar and comfortable spaces such as whānau homes, local parks, and community living environments. Using a dual Peer Support and Clinician model, our Peer Support Specialists and Clinicians work in equal partnership to deliver holistic, culturally responsive AOD assessment, treatment, and outreach support. You will: Complete comprehensive AOD assessments and develop recovery-focused treatment plans Provide therapeutic interventions and support tailored to individual goals Work alongside Peer Support Specialists to deliver person-centred support Engage with whānau and external services to support positive outcomes Identify and respond appropriately to risk, including safety and relapse prevention planning Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Facilitate or co-facilitate group education and recovery programmes Contribute to a culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused service You are a passionate and experienced clinician who is committed to supporting people experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges. You enjoy working collaboratively, building strong relationships, and providing high-quality clinical support that makes a genuine difference in people's lives. You will bring: Current registration with a recognised professional body and a current APC (e.g. DAPAANZ, NZAC, SWRB) 2 years or more experience in AOD or mental health settings Strong knowledge of addiction and recovery frameworks Experience in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions Experience working with people experiencing substance use challenges Must hold and maintain First Aid certification including CPR (or be willing and able to complete this). Join us to experience a work environment where values are lived every day. You will be proud to apply your skills and make a difference. We offer: Salary range: $87,926.40 to $102,000.00 per annum (depending on experience) Access to extensive wellbeing support - including counselling, budgeting advice, coaching services, and mental health workshops to support your hauora (wellbeing) and personal growth. Staff discounts with Southern Cross Health, PB Tech, Harvey Norman, Anytime Fitness, and more. Generous leave entitlements: including wellbeing leave, cultural leave, and study leave (where applicable). Ongoing training and development opportunities. Inclusive and supportive teams grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and our Pou (guiding pillars). Opportunities to grow within one of Aotearoa's largest for-purpose organisations. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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