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Interested in joining the Higher Ground Papa Taumata whānau?

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We advertise employment opportunities for all roles on Seek and on the DAPAANZ (Addiction Practitioner Association Aotearoa New Zealand) website.

We value lived-experience and have a track record in supporting people with lived-experience to enter the workforce and gain relevant qualifications.

We recognise the value students bring to our organisation and can offer well-supported practicum opportunities, across all our teams.

Current vacancies

Full time

AOD Residential Counsellor

In this role, you will:

  • Establish relationships with clients and help clients toward a deeper understanding of their concerns/issues.
  • Group facilitation
  • Maintain records of treatment
  • Design and implement individual and group treatment plans.
  • Support, mentor Students of Higher Ground

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Full Time

AOD Community Counsellor

In this role, you will:

  • Respond to pre-admission enquiries.
  • Conduct intake interviews, formulate treatment pathways.
  • Provide ongoing support to tāngata whai ora (clients) throughout the pre-admission process.
  • Provide professional counselling for tāngata whai ora post residential treatment.
  • Facilitate continuing care and group work.

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