Addictions Peer Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Waitemata District Health Board Full time

Job Description - Addictions Peer Support Worker (ROT03491)

Addictions Peer Support Worker
Lakes Opioid Treatment Service Rotorua
Part-time (20 hours per week)
Monday – Friday between 8:00am to 4:30pm

An exciting new opportunity has become available to work as an Addictions Peer Support Worker, as part of our new Rotorua based Opioid Treatment Service. The roles present a real opportunity to make a positive difference.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the role

As Addictions Peer Support Worker you may be:

  • Supporting people with their recovery in their own home
  • Connecting or reconnecting them with their whānau and natural supports
  • Accompanying people through their whakapapa journey
  • Inspiring hope and recovery from addictions
  • Empowering people to do the things they love, as independently as possible
  • Supporting people with budgeting or other skills to help manage the cost of living crisis
  • Attending appointments and advocating for people
  • Possibly participating in an on-call roster after hours and weekends
About you

We are looking for someone who has progressed to recovery through their own mental health and addictions journey and is able to support others struggling with their own addictions journey. If that's you, come join us in empowering tangata whai ora (clients) towards recovery & wellbeing goals through community mobile care & support services. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:

  • Willing to obtain (if not already completed) an accredited New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing and Intensive Peer Support Training
  • Be culturally competent
  • Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth
  • Able to build professional relationships with a wide range of people
  • Have good professional boundaries
  • Must hold a current full driver's licence
About us

Our kai mahi (staff) all share a common goal of supporting tangata whai ora to live their best lives as independently as possible in the community. Lakes Opioid Treatment Service (LOTS) has a strong therapeutic approach and works in close partnership with the Lakes community addiction providers.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.

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