💼 Full-Time Position

Alcohol and Drug Clinician - Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)

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New Zealand Government
📍 New-Zealand, northland, New-Zealand
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Location
New-Zealand, New-Zealand
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Posted
June 25, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Role Overview

Fixed term opportunity until 30 June 2027. Full‑time 40‑hour week based in Kaitaia Hospital Accident & Medical. The role is part of the Reducing Demand for Methamphetamine programme, supporting implementation of Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) within the A&M setting. It aims to shape a new model of care and improve outcomes for whānau across Te Tai Tokerau. The AOD SBIRT clinician will work within the General Adult Community Mental Health & Addictions service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct alcohol and other drug screening and early identification
  • Provide brief intervention using motivational interviewing and harm‑reduction approaches
  • Warm handover and referral to treatment services
  • Engage and support whānau and tāngata whaiora
  • Educate workforce and build staff capability
  • Improve services, report and monitor outcomes
  • Strengthen referral pathways between ...