About the organisation

This organisation is innovative, family-focused and committed to the development of strong whānau and vibrant communities. They are progressive, using tikanga and kaupapa Māori values. Their team of 300 staff work along the East Coast from Mahia to Remutaka and across to Palmerston North. Their services include health, social services, education and community development.

About the role

This role is based in the Drug Treatment Service based at Remutaka Prison.  You’ll be part of a clinical team including cultural and peer support, delivering a therapeutic programme which is having great results and outcomes. Working Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm the purpose of the role is to:

• Deliver alcohol and other drug assistance and treatment services to help the men gain the skills and knowledge they need for positive changes in their lives.
• This includes group facilitation, preparation of assessment and treatment plans, goal setting and report writing

About you

This position is ideal for a non judgemental, empathetic person with a big heart. You’ll see people for who they are, not what they have or haven't done. You’ll be authentic with good boundaries. In addition:

• A relevant education in psychology, addictions, mental health, social work, nursing, counselling, or education
• The ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and  ethnicities
• Experienced in group facilitation, preparing assessment treatment plans and report writing
• Comfortable with regular practice reviews and receptive to feedback
• The desire and ability to support others in making changes in their lives through a range of interventions designed to build resilience and fuel the  desire to change
• Working in a prison environment is different. You’ll need to understand, or be willing to learn this way of working (a site visit will form part of the recruitment process)
• You’ll need to be vaccinated and undergo a police check

What’s in it for you?

• Salary + prison allowance
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Life Insurance 
• Birthday leave
• Car Parking
• Staff wellness programme
• Excellent orientation and Induction
• Fantastic team and clinical leadership

APPLY NOW!

Apply online now or call me to discuss this opportunity confidentially and in more detail - Jeanette Rendle, Director on 027 705 7079 or email: jeanetter@rwrhealth.co.nz