Peer Support Specialist, Auckland
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Pathways

Peer Support Specialist

  • Posted 2d ago
  • On Site
  • Casual
Location

Auckland

Job Description

  • Casual work available 24/7 + Papatoetoe + Peer-led service
  • Be part of a great team by showing your Peer Support values
  • Use your lived experience to support guests on their journey to well-being


Bring your lived experience with mental health and/or addiction to inspire our Tāngata Whaiora in their recovery journey.

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.

Tupu Ake, our peer-led service in South Auckland, was one of the first mental health and wellbeing peer support services of its kind in New Zealand.

Our beautiful 1912 villa in Papatoetoe has always been a place of healing and rest. It was initially a homestead, then a convent, and a rest home, before being renovated for Pathways in 2008, becoming Tupu Ake. The peaceful, park-like garden provides a quiet setting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

6 core values of Peer Support: Mutuality, Experiential knowledge, Self-determination, Participation, Equity, Hope and well-being.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • New competitive hourly rates
  • Ongoing training and support in your role and career
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • Great team around you every day working in an organisation that believes in its purpose.
  • Supportive work environment where life balance is encouraged, people are valued, and new solutions are the norm!
  • EAP support services


The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Casual roles are to cover leave for permanent Peer Support Specialists - the hours of work are not regular and are offered when they become available. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in our Tupu Ake service.

Day Shifts: 7.00am - 3.30pm
Afternoon shifts: 3.00pm - 11.30pm (24 hour services)
Night shifts: 11.00pm - 7.30am (8 hour Awake)

You will be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our Pathways Auckland peer-led support team, this is a service that is an alternative to hospital admission and can house up to 12 guests, working in a team of peer support specialists – all with a common purpose to support people experiencing mental illness.

You | Mōu: 
We are interested to hear from peers with a period of wellness and work in a recovery-focused way for our Tupu Ake service.

You’ll also have:

  • A current peer employment training (PET) certificate.
  • Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent. Alternatively, you will commence study towards this within six months of starting your employment with Pathways. This needs to be completed within two years of commencement. Pathways offers significant support for support workers to complete this study.
  • Must hold a WRAP training certificate
  • A full NZ drivers licence
  • A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi


Closing Date: Monday, 7th April 2025. Please note, this role may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Peer-Support-Specialist-Sep-24.pdf

Contact: Joe Bishop, Team Coach - Peer on joe.bishop@pathways.co.nz 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.

Soft Skills Required

  • Communication
  • Listening
  • Interpersonal Skills

Benefits and Perks

  • 🌿
    Wellness Program
  • 🏥
    Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 🎉
    Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  • Wise Group House, Contents and car insurance plan
  • Specsavers Discount
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Holiday programme assistance
  • Fifth Week of Annual Leave
  • Financial risk and planning review
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • Increased Kiwisaver contribution
  • Income continuance plan

Job Schedule

  • Day Shift
  • Afternoon Shift
  • Evening Shift

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