Community Mental Health Nurse - Community Alcohol and Drug Service

• Te Kuuwaha o te Waiora, 135C Silverdale Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton
• Permanent – ideally, we would recruit for 1.0 FTE but will consider other options for the right person

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are seeking a mental health nurse with experience, knowledge and skills working with tangata whaiora who experience addiction and related challenges to join our dedicated and skilled interdisciplinary team based in Hamilton.

If you are a registered nurse with experience working with tāngata whaiora and their whanau impacted by mental health and addiction, hold relevant postgraduate qualifications, and are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we invite you to join a multidisciplinary team that values the unique strengths each discipline brings to tangata whaiora care.

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About the Team

Community Alcohol and Drug Service (CADS) provides support and services for adults (18 years and over) and whanau with complex alcohol and other drug concerns, often alongside mental and / or physical health co-morbidities. 

Here at CADS we work in partnership with tangata whaiora to understand their concerns and following a comprehensive assessment, develop a treatment plan that is agreed upon with both the tangata whaiora and their whanau.

We are a team that values professional development and believe that tangata whaiora deserve care from clinicians who are both skilled and compassionate.

About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

Our CADS team works collaboratively with our Te Whatu Ora Waikato colleagues and across the Rohe to achieve positive outcomes for our tāngata whaiora, while continuing to grow and develop our own practice.

We are looking for an experienced addiction nurse or someone with a genuine interest in developing into a specialist addiction nurse. Do you enjoy working with complexity? Do you bring a non-judgemental approach, along with strong engagement and communication skills?

You will be a self-motivated team player who can meet deadlines, seek support when needed, and work both independently and as part of a team. If you are looking for a change, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a competitive salary package, including professional development opportunities, paid registration and supervision, and pathways for career progression. What are you waiting for?

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 28 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lynda Holtom at Lynda.Holton@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.