Pathways
Support Worker
- Posted Today
- On Site
- Full Time
Location
Christchurch
Job Description
- Join one of New Zealand’s largest mental health providers
- Part time role working Fri and Sat 7am – 3.30pm
- Increased KiwiSaver + Healthnow card + extra annual leave + 2 wellbeing days
Work alongside tāngata whaiora to maintain physical, emotional & spiritual wellness in Christchurch.
About us | 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 KiwiSaver employer contribution
- Fifth week of annual leave
- 2 paid wellbeing days per year
- HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
Perk & Perk Plus discount app
About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
We have a position available on our Residential and Recovery Service.
Hours or work are:
16 hours weekly – Friday and Saturday from 7am to 3.30pm based in Christchurch.
Responsibilities include:
- Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
- Connect them with resources that support them in living well and assist them in building resilience.
- Help people connect with their communities, building the relationships that matter most.
- Foster positive change for a more positive life.
- Provide medication support for our people.
- Provide support with household management.
- Managing a caseload and all reporting requirements.
You | Mōu
- You must have previous experience working in a community environment and mental health and addictions sector.
- 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
- You must hold a full driver’s licence.
- Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one within 2 months of starting.
- Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Closing Date: 4 March 2025. Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pathways-Support-Worker-Sep-24.pdf
Contact: Byron Vili, Team Coach on byron.vili@pathways.co.nz if you have any further 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.
Hard Skills Required
- Current full NZ driver’s licence
- first aid certificate
- NZCHW
- primary care sector knowledge
Soft Skills Required
- Coordination
- Communication
Benefits and Perks
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Fifth Week of Annual Leave
-
Perk & Perk Plus discount app
-
Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
-
Increased Kiwisaver contribution
Job Schedule
- Monday to Friday