Alcohol & Other Drugs Clinician | West Coast

West Coast – Greymouth or Westport – Rata Alcohol & Other Drugs Service – Permanent position working either 32 or 40 hours per week.

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

About the role

The Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Clinician provides high‑quality, evidence‑based assessment and treatment to consumers with primary addiction issues, ensuring services meet professional, service, and community expectations. This role works with people who often experience complex, co‑existing needs, including mental health and physical health concerns. In addition to working with people with general addiction problems, the position will also involve case management for some Opioid Substitution Treatment (OST) consumers, working closely with specialist prescribers within the Rata AOD Service. Caseloads are agreed jointly between the Rata AOD Manager a...