OST Case Manager

Pathways | Mō mātou

As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we work alongside individuals, supporting them to explore how to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we encourage and help foster strong whānau and community connections while coming from a harm recovery approach. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased KiwiSaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing days (2 per year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• Holiday programme assistance
• Perk + Perk plus discount app

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

We're looking for a registered health professional (social worker or AOD Practitioner) to join our dedicated Opioid Substitution Team in Masterton. You'll provide specialised assessment and treatment planning for individuals with opioid dependence, working alongside a compassionate team and supported by our Senior Medical Officer and Clinical Nurse Specialist.

• Deliver care aligned with Ministry of Health OST guidelines
• Support Tangata through all phases of recovery
• Collaborate with primary care, justice, and health agencies
• Be part of a team that values cultural responsiveness and whānau-focused recovery
• Have experience in Addictions and Mental Health
• Understand a harm reduction response that supports the mana of the person
• If you don't have the necessary AOD/Mental Health qualifications but feel you have the experience we need and would be willing to gain the necessary post graduate certificate in understanding addictions, then we would also love to hear from you.

Hours include Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5pm.

About You | Mōu

You will be:

• A NZ Registered Health Professional with a current annual practicing certificate within mental health scope of practice
• Have a demonstrated commitment to continuing personal and professional development within RN scope of practice
• Have knowledge of mental health nursing theory, practice, legal boundaries, and ethical concerns

Closing date | Rā Katinga: 17 January

Please note, our office will be closed over the Christmas period and will reopen on 7 January 2026. We will review applications after 7 January 2026.

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Whakapa | Contact: Rachael Kenny, Team Coach on if you have any further questions.

For further information, visit our website

Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.