Aod Night Support Worker - Kaimahi Po Tiaki Tangata

OverviewAOD Night Support Worker - Kaimahi Po Tiaki Tangata role at Auckland City Mission - Te Tapui AtawhaiHours : 30 hours per week, 2130 – 07 : 15 (10 hour night shifts).

About The RoleThe AOD Professional is responsible for supporting organisational and service change management, including reviewing the current model of care; reviewing best practice and evidence-based service provision; redesigning and implementing any changes required to ensure the service is fit-for-purpose.

Aspects of the new design will include healing; transformation and trauma informed care, as well as enabling integration across all services in the Mission.

We value team development and our people\'s career growth; we will mentor you on your journey to do meaningful work in a supportive environment.

This role is a great starting point where you can learn on the job and work towards a longer-term career at Auckland City Mission.

DutiesProvide 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 challenging behaviour and depression / suicidal thoughts.Provide advocacy supporting clients to attend appointments (e.g., Court, Work and Income, applying for emergency housing).

Skills & ExperiencePostgraduate qualifications and / or experience 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 trauma, mental health, addiction, poverty and homelessness.Excellent team building, collaboration and partnering skills, with aptitude for delivering results through formal and informal channels.Full clean driver's licence.

Skills, experience and knowledge may also be obtained from a number of different experiences.

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 with the city\'s social needs, and we respond with care and compassion while advocating for a reality where there are enough suitable homes, nutritious food, and accessible health care for all.

We operate across 9 sites in Taamaki Makaurau and offer support for however long and in whatever way is needed.

In the past year, we helped 200 people with permanent homes, conducted over 20,000 consultations, cared for 462 people in our residential social detox facility, distributed almost 50,000 food parcels, and served over 80,000 meals.

We also received awards recognizing our commitment to Maori partnership and diversity.

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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