Aod Night Support Worker - Kaimahi Po Tiaki Tangata

OverviewAOD Night Support Worker - Kaimahi Po Tiaki Tangata for Auckland City Mission - Te Tapui Atawhai.

30 hours per week, 2130 - 07 : 15 (10 hour night shifts).

ResponsibilitiesProvide intake and withdrawal assessments for individual clients, prepare mental health and risk assessments as needed.Maintain individual case notes and ensure they are entered into the system by the end of each shift.Support clients who have been referred from community alcohol and drug services and liaising with specialist nurses.Support detox clients, many of whom have co-existing issues which can result in problems including aggressive behaviour and deep depression / suicidal thoughts.Provide advocacy supporting clients to attend appointments (e.g., Court, Work and Income, applying for emergency housing).

Skills & Experience / QualificationsPost Graduate qualifications and / or experience / qualification in Management or team leadership DAAPANZ Registered Practitioner.Commitment to embodying the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in organisational practice.Empathy and understanding of issues of trauma, mental health, addiction, poverty and homelessness.Excellent team building, collaboration and partnering skills, with aptitude for getting things done through both formal and informal channels.Full clean driver's licence.Note : Skills, experience and knowledge may also be obtained from a number of different experiences, including paid work, voluntary work, church, marae, or specific iwi / whanau responsibilities.BenefitsEAP & external supervision.Monthly romiromi (holistic energy and bodywork).

Ongoing training and development.15% discount at Auckland City Mission retail op shops.Access to low cost, farm fresh produce on a weekly basis.Discounted parking at SkyCity.Career progression opportunities.About The OrganisationAuckland City Mission - Te Tapui Atawhai supports Aucklanders in greatest need.

Our services have evolved as the city's social needs have changed, and we respond to these needs with care and compassion while advocating for a reality where there are : enough suitable homes, enough money for nutritious food, and easily accessible health care for all.

Since our doors opened more than 100 years ago, this has been our 'why'.

Today, we operate across 9 sites in Taamaki Makaurau.

We offer support for however long and in whatever way is needed – for some people, that's simply accessing one of our many services, for others, it's a complex journey with our full support.

The Mission has achieved significant outcomes in housing, health and community support initiatives.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and the Auckland City Mission.

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