Alcohol and Drug Practitioner at Wise Group

Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AOD Experience, Mental Health, Addictions, Therapeutic Interventions, Assessment, Recovery-Focused Support, Strengths-Based Intervention, Collaboration, Communication Skills, Time Management, Organization, File Maintenance

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Full time role + Based in Whanganui + Monday-Friday Extra annual leave + Paid wellbeing days + Increased KiwiSaver contribution $250 for your Health + Wellbeing + Coaching sessions This is an exciting time to join Pathways as an AOD practitioner and be part of a newly created Health and Wellbeing team in Whanganui. Make a difference with person-centred, evidence-based care. Pathways | Mō mātou As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit. The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou Increased Employer KiwiSaver contribution Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12 months employment) 2 x Paid Wellbeing days each year Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau Holiday programme assistance Perk + Perk plus discount app The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Join our Health and Wellbeing team as an Alcohol and Drug Practitioner in Whanganui, where we offer specialised assessment and treatment for individuals. As an AOD Practitioner, you will provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for tāngata whai ora or taiohi with alcohol or other drug challenges. This position is a member of a wider healthcare team within Pathways or Real services. Key responsibilities of the role may include: Provide therapeutic intervention & services to improve the ability for tāngata whai ora or taiohi to succeed in their personal lives. Provide high quality, professional services in all interactions. Provide recovery-focussed & strengths-based intervention, support and recommendations. Collaborate with and refer to internal and external services. Support the design, development and facilitation of group-based approaches. Hours include: Monday – Friday 8.30am to 5pm About You | Mōu You will: Have AOD experience working in mental health and addictions settings or similar Hold a current annual practicing certificate. Have a full registration with DAPAANZ. Meet the requirements of the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (2003). Current full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail, particularly with regard to written documents. Excellent time management, organisation and file maintenance. Closing date | Rā Katinga: 3 October 2025. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date. Position Description: Please copy and paste link into your browser: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-AOD-Practitioner.pdf Contact | Korero: Kerry Debrah, Service and Relationship Manager on Kerry.Debrah@pathways.co.nz for any queries.

Responsibilities

As an AOD Practitioner, you will provide assessment and a range of therapeutic interventions for individuals with alcohol or other drug challenges. You will collaborate with internal and external services to support the design and facilitation of group-based approaches.