Harm Reduction AOD Practitioner The Harm Reduction AOD Practitioner is a specialist role providing harm reduction‑focused alcohol and other drug (AOD) support to clients within Te Tāpui Atawhai services, with a focus on reducing drug‑related harm and improving safety, wellbeing, and stability.
Full Time
Application Closes 22 May 2026
Auckland – Auckland
What You Will Be Doing
Provide harm reduction‑focused AOD support to clients within agreed service areas, prioritised in consultation with the Manager.
Deliver practical, client‑centred interventions that reduce substance‑related harm and support safer use, stability, and wellbeing.
Support the development of staff knowledge and confidence in harm reduction principles and practice.
Contribute specialist input into harm reduction policies, procedures and resources in collaboration with relevant leaders.
Work collaboratively with internal services to support consistent harm reduction messaging and practice.
What We Are Looking For
Current DAPAANZ professional registration, or a relevant Level 7 qualification in health, psychology or social services.
Capacity to demonstrate commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the Mission’s values of Manaakitanga, Atawhai, Rangapū and Mana Tika, Mana Ōrite.
Ability to provide scheduled secondary consultation and harm reduction advice to staff supporting clients with substance‑related needs.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of harm reduction principles in practice.
Full New Zealand driver’s licence.
What We Offer
Opportunities to strengthen cultural connection through weekly Kapa Haka, waiata and monthly romiromi.
Access to EAP and external supervision.
Mission Leave to focus on wellbeing, plus annual and sick leave.
Tangihanga leave.
Access to sick leave from the first day of employment.
Ongoing training and development.
Staff discounts at Auckland City Mission Op Shops and Pharmacy.
Access to low‑cost fresh produce through the Mission Grocer.
Convenient public transport access and discounted parking options.
Opportunities for career progression within the Mission.
About The Organisation Auckland City Mission – Te Tāpui Atawhai works alongside people in Tāmaki Makaurau facing poverty, homelessness, hunger and isolation. With over 100 years of service, we deliver integrated support across housing, food, health and recovery, supporting tens of thousands of Aucklanders every year. Our work is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and guided by our values: Manaakitanga, Rangapū, Atawhai and Mana Tika / Mana Ōrite.
