Alcohol and Other Drug Clinicians

(Permanent Positions)

The Raukawa Charitable Trust (RCT) has been a provider of quality community initiatives throughout the South Waikato since 1987, and we are proud to deliver a wide range of iwi-led initiatives in health, social, treaty, cultural, and environmental sectors, to the communities that we serve.

The Role:

We have a unique opportunity for two professionals within our Mental Health & Addictions Team. Reporting to the Clinical Lead, Mental Health & Addictions, these are permanent positions based in different localities within the Raukawa takiwā.

These roles provide community and outpatient alcohol and other drug assessment, treatment, and consultation/liaison services within a kaupapa Māori framework. While one position is primarily based in our Tokoroa office, the other is based in our Te Awamutu rohe. Both roles will involve some travel to our satellite offices in Putāruru, Matamata, and, on occasion, Hamilton to support whānau.

About You:

We are seeking registered health practitioners from a Nursing, Social Work, Social Services, or Allied Health background with demonstrated experience in alcohol and other drug counselling.

 You must also hold or be actively working towards a current DAPAANZ registration. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of Māori models of health and experience working with whānau and communities across a range of settings.

A tertiary level qualification in the mental health and/or addictions field, as well as a minimum of three years’ experience will be advantageous.

We Offer:

·The opportunity to bring your skills and experience and work in a forward-thinking iwi organisation

• Gold Level WorkWell Accredited Employer, focused on employee wellbeing

·Ongoing professional development and training opportunities 

• Monday to Friday business hours that support a healthy work-life balance

·An enthusiastic, dynamic, and supportive clinical team environment

·Use of a vehicle whilst on duty

·Mobile phone and laptop for work use

·Subsidised Health Insurance for eligible employees with Southern Cross

Applicants must hold a valid and full Class 1 drivers’ licence and be prepared to undergo Police vetting.

Please include a cover letter and a CV in chronological order with your application.

Applications close Sunday 6th December 2026.  

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted as applications come in.

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• info about the Raukawa Charitable Trust visit www.raukawa.org.nzg.