AOD Clinician

Full time

19h ago , from Dapaanz Addiction Practitioners’ Association Aotearoa New Zealand

Ashburton Community Alcohol and Drug Service (ACADS) are looking for a qualified and experienced AOD Clinician to join our team. Based in the Mid Canterbury District. This position is 38 hour’s per week.

ACADS is a Not-For-Profit organisation dedicated to reducing alcohol and drug related harm in the Ashburton District. By providing accessible and responsive mental health and addiction services in our local community and engaging in health promotion activities. ACADS aims to empower individuals, families, and the community to make positive choices and achieve improved health and well‑being.

ACADS provides assessment and therapeutic services to people experiencing substance abuse challenges. Our aim is to support people and whanau and to enhance their well‑being. We are looking for a person who is enthusiastic, passionate, and self‑motivated to join our existing team.

To be considered for this role it is essential you :

• Have a relevant tertiary qualification NZQA level 7 or higher.
• Professional registration with a relevant body.
• Experience in counselling and / or group work.
• Proven skills in Clinical assessment, treatment planning and intervention.
• Have a high level of verbal and written skills.
• Can work independently or within a team environment.
• Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work VISA.
• Possess a full NZ drivers licence with clean police Check.

You will need experience in undertaking assessments and developing care plans that align with an individual’s goal. The person we are looking for to join our team would have a positive outlook, sound clinical knowledge, good time management skills. As a member of our team, you would focus on strengths and utilise interventions that are engaging and inclusive.

ACADS is an equal opportunity employer committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

To apply for this position, please email your CV and cover letter to ACADS at

Please note that we will be assessing applications as they are received and that interviews may take place before the closing date of 31st December.

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