Support Worker

Pathways | Mō mātou

As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of annual leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

​Looking for a role that offers some great perks? They also give you 2 wellbeing days annually and extra employer contribution to kiwisaver.

You’ll work in our crisis respite 24 hours service supporting people experiencing mental health distress which prevents them from being able to remain in their home environment. This setting provides short term crisis respite support. Your main focus will be working alongside individuals in the night to support their recovery, enhance their wellbeing, and help them live a meaningful life.

Sunday and Monday, awake nights 11:00pm-7:30am.

You’ll also

• Focus on the individuals needs and providing culturally safe practice
• Relevant administrative tasks, comprehensive notes and effective handover, and supporting and collaborating with your colleagues
• You’ll need to be prepared to support our clients to do whatever it takes using a recovery model
• While the people you support are asleep, you will be kept busy with other tasks like cleaning and supporting the day shifts with maintaining things like filing, first aid kits, emergency kits and preparation of paperwork.

About You | Mōu

You’ll hold the level 4 certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or equivalent). You’ll support people in a recovery focused way and be able to provide medication support for our people and have impeccable attention to detail.

You’ll have:

• New Zealand Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent).
• A full New Zealand drivers licence
• You must hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact: Michelle Edwards, Team Coach on 027 306 2652 if you have any questions.

Closing date: 6 October 2024. Please note, this advert may close if a suitable candidate is found.

For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz

Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.