Outdoor Therapist
Christchurch, 32 hours per week
Please Quote Reference Number 12699
  • Empower and inspire tangata whai ora while working alongside other services
  • Using adventure therapy principles to facilitate groups for a range of services
  • Personalised professional development plan

  • Odyssey House Christchurch is seeking an energetic and compassionate Outdoor Therapist to join our team in delivering services to tangata whai ora

    Our programme integrates adventure therapy and group work to support tangata whai ora affected by alcohol and drugs, mental health and related issues.

    In this role, you will:
    • Facilitate therapeutic outdoor experiences including tramping, camping, and group activites.
    • Lead adventure-based therapy programmes promoting connection and coping skills
    • Work within strength-based and collaborative relationships with tangata whai ora, their whanau and colleagues
    • Manage the administration that comes with outdoor experiences
    To be successful, you will have:
    • Proven experience delivering therapeutic group sessions in natural or outdoor environments
    • Relevant qualifications in Social Work or Youth Work, Occupational Therapy, Outdoor Recreation or equivalent.
    • Experience working in the AOD, mental health and criminal justice sectors.
    • Ability to work in a manner that honours Te Tiriti O Waitangi.
    • An understanding and experience of working with trauma.
    • Ability to work weekends and overnight when required
    • Clean and full driver's license
    If this sounds like you, please apply to employment@odysseychch.org.nz.

    For more information, please call Amanda Murray, Youth Services Manager on 021 469 427

    Please Quote Reference Number 12699

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