• Full time role + Based in central Wellington.
• Extra annual leave + Paid wellbeing days + Increased KiwiSaver contribution
• NEW Pay steps up to $102,000 + Social work within the mental health sector

Identify mental health issues in tāngata whai ora/taiohi, offer interventions, support, referrals, and collaborate for effective care

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

• NEW Pay steps from $68,037-$102,000 (Dependent on experience)
• Fifth week of Annual leave (after 12 months employment)
• HealthNow payment card ($250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• Paid Wellbeing days (2 per year)
• Increased KiwiSaver contribution
• Holiday programme assistance
• Perk + Perk plus discount app
• Income continuance plan
• Wise Group House, contents, and car insurance plan
• Specsavers discount

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Working within a multidisciplinary team to support and assist people using Pathways’ services to reach and maintain optimum wellness by providing effective support as well as education and clinical expertise.

Build the use of health metrics, personal goals, and physical health checklists with a trauma informed lens.

• You will build an exemplar activity wellbeing programme to help tangata whai ora realise physical health equity and outcomes.
• Bridge the gap in accessing natural community resources by building capability and self-determination through targeted group and individual supports.
• Focus on services that provide connection and activity to support wellbeing and reduce isolation.
• Be confident in assessing and providing advice on manging risk alongside our tangata whai ora to maximise positive outcomes.

Work Hours:
You will report to the Team Coach who supports and leads the team to provide excellent care to our community. The role is a Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm. You will work across our services in the Wellington area.

About You | Mōu
We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Social Work
• Are Registered with the NZ Social Workers Registration Board
• Holds and maintains a current Social Work practicing certificate and meets the requirements of any competency programme.
• Demonstrates a sound knowledge of community resources that may enhance whai ora/taiohi/whānau care.
• Actively communicates outcomes or progress.
• Demonstrated capability in working with Māori whānau.
• Full, clean driver’s license

Closing date | Rā Katinga: 6 January 2025. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found before the closing date. Please note, due to the Christmas period our communication may be limited, and we will endeavour to respond to your application after 6 January 2025.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/PW-Social-Worker.pdf

Contact: Mahoro King mahoro.king@pathways.co.nz for any queries.

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.