Senior Mental Health

2 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand QJumpers Recruitment Services Full time

Our Te Wairua programmes provide support utilizing a modified "Therapeutic Community" approach for tāngata whai ora (people seeking wellness) who are living with mental health challenges as well as alcohol/drug/gambling dependency.

We have a vacancy for a Senior Mental Health AOD Clinician to join our Te Wairua residential service in Counties Manuaku, next to Middlemore Hospital. You will have a key role in providing clinical assistance to tāngata whai ora, advice and support to other clinicians as well as support to the Clinical Manager, to help ensure best practice clinical services are delivered.

The days of work are Tuesday to Saturday, with rostered on-call responsibilities every 4-6 weeks, which is compensated for by an extra week of annual leave and payment for any additional hours worked. The hours of work are:

Tuesday 7.00am - 3.00pm

Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm

Friday 7.00am - 3.00pm

Saturday 1.00pm - 9.00pm

Our idea candidate will have:

  • A relevant tertiary (L7) qualification e.g. in addictions, social work or mental health
  • A minimum of two years relevant experience working in the AOD / mental health field
  • Registration with Dapaanz, SWRB or other relevant professional body
  • Strong experience in motivational interviewing, clinical assessment and risk management
  • Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and interest in tikanga Māori and Pacific customs
  • Strong relationship management, communication and facilitation skills
  • A willingness to embrace the Therapeutic Community (TC) model
  • Skills in group and individual therapy
  • A full, clean NZ driver's licence

In return, we offer:

  • A competitive salary, 27 days annual leave and 5 days study leave per annum
  • Free meals and fruit
  • Varied professional and career development opportunities
  • A dynamic and supportive team who are passionate about what they do

More about us:

Odyssey has supported thousands of New Zealanders whose lives are affected by alcohol, drug or other addiction challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that everyone living in New Zealand should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, to feel hopeful about their future and to have meaningful relationships with friends and whānau.

To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter, and complete the additional information questionnaire online. For all enquiries, please contact Michelle Nicholson on

Closing date: Monday, 1 July 2024

Please note that Police and Oranga Tamariki clearance checks are required for this role.

Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from Māori and Pasifika candidates.

Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.

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