Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki
Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the role
- Permanent full-time role Monday – Friday
- Located at Taranaki Base Hospital
- Mandatory AOD Counselling Qualification and current APC from DAPAANZ
Are you an experienced Addictions Clinician or an aspiring professional looking to make a difference in the field of addiction treatment?
Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality services to individuals struggling with alcohol and substance abuse issues? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you at our dynamic Alcohol and Addictions team.
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Alcohol and other Drug Counsellor or clinician eager to enhance their skills and expertise in the addiction field. Join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team based in New Plymouth, with satellite clinics in Waitara, Opunake, Hawera & Stratford. Our team provides specialized services throughout Taranaki for adults aged 18 years and above, dealing with alcohol and substance abuse and dependency challenges.
Our comprehensive services include 1-1 counselling, group therapy, detoxification treatment, Opioid Substitution Treatment, and Co-existing Problems treatment. If you are committed to making a positive impact on individuals' lives struggling with addiction and are ready to be a part of a supportive and enthusiastic team, we invite you to apply.
Contribute your expertise and passion to our team where your skills will be valued and your professional growth nurtured. Join us in providing compassionate and effective care to individuals in need of addiction support. Take the next step in your career by working in a challenging and rewarding environment where your contributions can make a real difference.
Apply now to be a part of our dedicated team and help us in our mission to support individuals on their journey towards recovery and wellness. Your commitment and dedication can help transform lives and make a lasting impact in the field of addiction treatment.
For more information about this role, please view the position description
here.
We will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to provide:
- Assessment and specialised addiction treatment in our busy community outpatient addiction service in New Plymouth to adults aged 18 years and over
- quality, evidence-based treatment in collaboration with people seeking support and the input of the wider multi-disciplinary team
- opportunity to work individually with service users and whanau, collaboratively with colleagues and travel to rural Taranaki to provide services in our satellite
Moū | About you
As a successful candidate, you will : -
- AOD Counselling qualification pre-requisite
- Registration with DAPANZ (Drug and Alcohol Practitioners’ Association Aotearoa–New Zealand)
- Experience in mental health and addictions service delivery
- Ability to work under pressure, be a good team player and positively contribute to service delivery
Be prepared to travel across Taranaki to meet the needs of our people and have a willing, 'can do' attitude.
We can offer you a welcoming and supportive environment with a team that is committed to ensuring you are successful in your role. We will also provide a comprehensive orientation process when you start so that you become familiar not only with our service but also the wider mental health sector in Taranaki.
Te Kaupapa | Mission
Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.
E pā ana ki a tatou | About us
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:
- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education
- Up to date facilities - Project Maunga, our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website
tdhb.org/maunga.shtml - Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
- Professional development
Taranaki | A place like no other
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.
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Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Please submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the role and to the competencies listed in the position description.
If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, please contact Belinda Peddie, Recruitment Consultant at
belinda.peddie@tewhatuora.govt.nz
and quote
TAR05598
Applications Closing Date 13 Jan 2025
Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai |
By joining together, we will succeed