Addictions Clinician

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare that serves all New Zealanders. Our organization is firmly rooted in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and we strive to build a health system that is inclusive and responsive to the needs of our diverse communities. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and make a meaningful impact on people's lives. About the Role We are currently seeking an Addictions Clinician to join our dedicated and supportive team at Nelson Hospital. In this role, you will be part of an experienced multi-disciplinary team focused on delivering high-quality care to consumers and their families. This position offers a valuable opportunity to enhance your skills in addiction treatment within a nurturing and positive learning environment. As an Addictions Clinician, you will facilitate various clinical interventions aimed at promoting individual well-being, supporting recovery, and enhancing community participation. This is a permanent, full-time position, working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE) from Monday to Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. About the Team/Service/Location Our addictions service provides community and inpatient alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment from multiple locations across the top of the South Island. We are committed to empowering the community to adopt healthier substance use practices through harm minimization, while also promoting recovery and overall well-being. For more information on living and working in Nelson, please refer to our resources. About You The ideal candidate for the Addictions Clinician role will possess a sense of humor, compassion, and excellent communication skills. A non-judgmental attitude and a focus on developing interventions to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm for individuals and the community are essential. You should have experience in delivering assessments, case management, and group therapy. Additionally, we value cultural competency and teamwork, and you should be a New Zealand registered health professional, such as an Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker, or Registered DAPAANZ. A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) is required, with a preference for candidates who have a focus on addiction or relevant studies. It is also important that you are eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of application. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we embrace diversity and inclusivity within our workforce, ensuring we are well-equipped to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from individuals across our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 23 December 2025. For any inquiries regarding the role, feel free to contact Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Clare Breeze (Manager - Mental Health) at clare.breeze@nmdhb.govt.nz. Please note the job reference: R1N25-248. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. In light of ongoing changes within Health New Zealand, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.