• Situated in beautiful Nelson + national parks + sunshine + arts & culture
• Permanent part-time role with a national mental health provider
• Extra annual leave + 2 wellbeing days + increased kiwisaver

Become a Health Coach/Support Worker and help people in Nelson with mental illness to live their dreams

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 Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
0.5 FTE, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8.30am to 5pm, Thursdays half-day to be agreed, and based in Nelson.

The Access and Choice service provides free health and wellbeing support to people registered with their GP practice. The health coach works collaboratively with health professionals at the practice to improve health and wellbeing outcomes on a wide range of presenting issues particularly where lifestyle change can make the difference. The health coach works on the GP premises, in the Pathways office, or can make community visits.

In this role, you will:

• Work across the lifespan, supporting individuals of all age groups.
• Collaborate with and serve as a resource person for the general practice team.Demonstrate strong cultural awareness to effectively support our diverse community

You:

• You must be eligible to work in NZ, which includes having NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
• Hold a New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent.
• A satisfactory police check is required as part of the employment process.

The benefits | Ngāāhuatanga kei a mātou

• Competitive salary
• 2 well-being days annually
• An increased employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Multiple discounts through the employee discount card
• Discount at Specsavers for you and your family members

Position description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pathways-Health-Coach-Sep-24.pdf

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 31 March 2025. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact: Leah Kininmonth, Team Coach at leah.kininmonth@pathways.co.nz for more information.

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.