Addictions Counsellor

About The Salvation Army Whangarei Bridge

The Salvation Army Whangarei Bridge delivers interventions for people experiencing problematic use of alcohol and / or other drugs.

We have a part-time role in Whangarei working with Tangata Whai ora in a community setting, to reduce the harm caused by alcohol and / or other drug use.

Our services are evidenced based best practice and are known for being people-centred, caring, transformative and responsive

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified Addictions Counsellor for our programme based in Regent, Whangarei.

Key Responsibilities

Provision of casework that provides integrated care for those experiencing co-existing problems of addiction and mental health.

Working within the framework of The Salvation Army Bridge Programme Model of Treatment.

Delivery of addiction recovery group education sessions

Delivery of Alcohol and other Drug Brief Interventions

Implementation of the Salvation Army Bridge Programme Policies and Procedures

Person Specification

Degree in Addiction.

An alternative qualification or an alternative relevant qualification such as social work, clinical psychology, counselling if there is accompanying evidence of understanding and work in reducing substance related harms.

A current full NZ driver's licence

Has experience as a caseworker for Tangata Whai ora experiencing alcohol and other drug issues

Demonstrates the ability to engage well and motivate change with Tangata Whai ora experiencing the harmful impact of alcohol and / or drugs

A good understanding of group / individual processes

Proficiency in computer IT and database systems

A sound understanding of tikanga

Excellent co-ordination and administration skills

Dapaanz (or an alternative equivalent) PractitionerRegistration

Commitment to continuing professional development relevant to addiction studies.

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, sharing information, ideas and effective practices while maintaining client and service privacy, and confidentiality

Qualifications

The applicant

must

have an Applied Degree or other Level 7 qualification in Health Science, Addiction Studies, Counselling or Social Work.

In addition, all applicants must hold current professional registration with the Social Workers Registration Board(SWRB), HPCA or DAPAANZ.

Our offer to you

An additional 5 days leave

Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing

Subsidised flu vaccinations

A position within a long-standing, respected nationwide organisation

Opportunities for growth and development

Hours of work

This is a

permanent part-time

role of

24 hours

per week.

The salary

range for this role will start at $40,800 per annum (pro-rated)

This role is covered by the pay equity agreement, and the final remuneration will be dependent on the years of experience that the preferred candidate brings to the role.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider.

It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus.

The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

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