Support Worker - Awake Night Shift

About Pathways

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.

Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Looking for a role that offers some great perks? How about a job where you get a meal provided during your awake night shift? We also provide you with 2 wellbeing days annually and extra employer contribution to kiwisaver.

This role is working in our forensic residential service supporting people within the mental health sector on their journey from inpatient services to living in the community.

We have 2 roles available, either Sunday to Tuesday, or Friday and Saturday. Both roles are 11pm – 7.30am awake night shifts, based in Christchurch. Let us know in your cover letter if you have a preference for either role.

Your main focus will be working alongside individuals in the evening to support their recovery, enhance their wellbeing, and help them live a meaningful life. This could involve tasks like assisting with meal preparation and cleaning up. It's all about making a positive difference in their lives while you enjoy the night-time schedule.

You’ll also

• Focus on the individuals needs and provide culturally safe practice.
• Complete relevant administrative tasks, take comprehensive notes, provide effective handovers to the next shift, and support and collaborate with your colleagues.
• While they 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’re a natural when it comes to caring and empathy and understand the power of working in a recovery-focused way, where individuals take charge of their own journey, making you an ideal fit for this role.

You’ll also

• You must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent.To check equivalency go to https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/our-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies
• hold a current and full drivers licence
• hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate covering units 6400, 6401 and 6402 or be willing to obtain one within 3 months of employment
• have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing date: 20 October 2024. Please note, this advert may close if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description:https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact: Binusha Lily Joie, Team Coach on 027 220 2258 if you have any questions.

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