Posted 24 August, 2026
Primary Mental Health AOD Clinician - Copy
Te Manu Toroa
Tauranga, BOP, NZ
Full Time
Reference: dd813908975cf9b4
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. Primary Mental Health AOD Clinician - Copy Mō te whakahaere | About Us Te Manu Toroa (the albatross which glides the ocean) was established in 1997 to provide a Kaupapa Māori model of health care for Māori in the Mai Ngā Kuri-a-Wharei ki Ōtamarākau rohe (Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Katikati and Te Puke – the Western Bay of Plenty). We are a member of Ngā Mataapuna Oranga PHO, a Whānau Ora collective focused on improving whānau health and wellbeing across Tauranga Moana. As a Primary Mental Health & AOD Clinician at Te Manu Toroa, you'll provide early intervention, assessment, brief therapeutic support, and addiction services to adults and young people experiencing mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) challenges. For this role you must have a Mental Health and Addiction qualification and be currentlyDAAPANZ accreditated. You’ll work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team to deliver a service that is: Recovery-focused Strengths-based This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful and lasting impacts by supporting people early, helping them build resilience, strengthen wellbeing, and achieve their goals. WhatYou’llBe Doing Complete mental health and AOD assessments. Deliver brief therapeutic interventions and support. Provide up to six tailored intervention sessions. Develop care and recovery plans alongsidetangatawhaioraand whānau. Undertake risk assessments and safety planning. Connect whānau with community and specialist services. Maintainaccurateclinical documentation. Contribute to a collaborativeteamculture. Why Join Te Manu Toroa? When you join Te Manu Toroa, you become part of a whānau-focused organisation dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of our people and communities. We offer: Meaningful and rewarding work. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Cultural learning and growth. Strong clinical and peer support. The opportunity to contribute to better outcomes for whānau across our community. WhatWe’reLooking For Full clean New Zealand DriverLicense Permanent residency or the right to work permanently in New Zealand. Clinical mental health and/oraddictionexperience. Commitment to Māori health and wellbeing. Knowledge of tikanga Māori and Māori models of health. Strong engagement,assessmentand communication skills. Demonstrates commitment toTeTiriti o Waitangi. Why Join Te Manu Toroa? When you join Te Manu Toroa, you become part of a whānau-focused organisation dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of our people and communities. We offer: Meaningful and rewarding work. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Cultural learning and growth. Strong clinical and peer support. The opportunity to contribute to better outcomes for whānau across our community. Hono mai ki te waihanga i tētahi ao hauora ake mō tō tātou iwi Join us in creating a healthier future for our people Mō te whakahaere | About Us Te Manu Toroa (the albatross which glides the ocean) was established in 1997 to provide a Kaupapa Māori model of health care for Māori in the Mai Ngā Kuri-a-Wharei ki Ōtamarākau rohe (Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Katikati and Te Puke – the Western Bay of Plenty). We are a member of Ngā Mataapuna Oranga PHO, a Whānau Ora collective focused on improving whānau health and wellbeing across Tauranga Moana. As a Primary Mental Health & AOD Clinician at Te Manu Toroa, you'll provide early intervention, assessment, brief therapeutic support, and addiction services to adults and young people experiencing mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) challenges. For this role you must have a Mental Health and Addiction qualification and be currentlyDAAPANZ accreditated. You’ll work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team to deliver a service that is: Whānau-centred Mana-enhancing Recovery-focused Strengths-based Grounded in kaupapa Māori values This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful and lasting impacts by supporting people early, helping them build resilience, strengthen wellbeing, and achieve their goals. WhatYou’llBe Doing Complete mental health and AOD assessments. Deliver brief therapeutic interventions and support. Provide up to six tailored intervention sessions. Develop care and recovery plans alongsidetangatawhaioraand whānau. Undertake risk assessments and safety planning. Facilitate individual,whānauand group interventions. Connect whānau with community and specialist services. Maintainaccurateclinical documentation. Contribute to a collaborativeteamculture. Why Join Te Manu Toroa? When you join Te Manu Toroa, you become part of a whānau-focused organisation dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of our people and communities. We offer: Meaningful and rewarding work. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Cultural learning and growth. Strong clinical and peer support. The opportunity to contribute to better outcomes for whānau across our community. WhatWe’reLooking For Full clean New Zealand DriverLicense Permanent residency or the right to work permanently in New Zealand. Clinical mental health and/oraddictionexperience. Commitment to Māori health and wellbeing. Knowledge of tikanga Māori and Māori models of health. Strong engagement,assessmentand communication skills. Demonstrates commitment toTeTiriti o Waitangi. Valueswhanaungatanga and relationship-based care. Why Join Te Manu Toroa? When you join Te Manu Toroa, you become part of a whānau-focused organisation dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of our people and communities. We offer: Meaningful and rewarding work. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Cultural learning and growth.Strong clinical and peer support. The opportunity to contribute to better outcomes for whānau across our community. Must have NZQA Level 7 (or higher) AOD specific qualification. Be a current registered DAPAANZ Competent Practitioner. #J-18808-Ljbffr