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    Manaaki Ora

    Health and Wellbeing

    Tauwhiro Waranga (AOD Practitioner)

    Te Awamutu, New ZealandOn-SiteFull-time2+ yrs experience$75k / yearPosted 2d ago
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    Tauwhiro Waranga (AOD Practitioner)

    Alcohol and Other Drug Service – Waikeria Prison

    Full-time permanent

    Tēnā koe! Kei te mihi mai i Manaaki Ora, he roopu oranga kei te takere o Te Arawa waka.

    Ko wai mātou / About us:

    Manaaki Ora Trust is a kaupapa Māori organisation that has grown from the aspirations of Te Arawa to ensure Māori are healthy, live well and are able to access the services and support that they need. Working under the maru (shelter) of Ngāti Naho, we are fortunate be the newly appointed service provider for alcohol and other drug services in Waikeria Prison.

    Whakatakanga / Mission:

    Kia whai, kia tipu, kia manaaki ora e

    To seek, to grow, and to nurture wellbeing

    Kō wai koe / About you:

    You will be a qualified and registered Health Professional, joining a team with a shared passion to support tāne realise their potential. You will be a mature and experienced practitioner with the right disposition to work in a highly challenging environment.

    Ngā pūkenga ka whai koe/ Skills you will have:

    • A relevant qualification in psychology, addictions, mental health, social work, nursing or counselling.
    • DAPAANZ
    • A minimum of 2 years working in the AOD
    • Competence to complete AOD assessments with clear formulation and programme recommendation.
    • Confidence using mātauranga Māori in programme delivery.

    Ngā hua o tenei mahi / What we offer:

    • A competitive and negotiable salary.
    • Travel allowance for eligible staff.
    • Annual wellness contribution. 
    • Regular supervision. 
    • Professional development and training opportunities. 
    • A positive and supportive team and organization. 

    Applications close 9am Tuesday, 13 October 2026.

    Applications may be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

    Please note that employment will be contingent on the prison approving your security clearance.  Your criminal background will be reviewed as part of the vetting process, including drug testing.

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