Jackie Long

Jackie trained in Scotland as a registered Mental Health Nurse approximately 24 years ago, working in Mental Health & Addiction Sector in various settings, including as a volunteer Alcohol and Drug Counsellor for the Scottish Council in Alcohol.

She was fortunate to get a varied experience and considerable opportunities throughout her nursing career (community and the NHS) and decided to move to New Zealand almost 13 years ago-working across health sectors. The initial plan was to stay for one year but Jackie instantly fell in love with the country and the health sector. She has gained significant experience at Management level, combining her professional qualification and Post Graduate Diploma in Not for Profit Management.

Jackie is currently employed in Odyssey House Trust Auckland as a Specialist Services Manager covering Coexisting Disorder Services, Odyssey House’s new Drug Treatment Unit in Auckland Prison, ACC and several regional Contracts.