• Full time permanent role in the Christchurch Community Service
• Start mid January in a new role, 40 hr wk – Tues-Sat 8.00am – 4.30pm
• Increased KiwiSaver + 5 wks AL + 2 wellbeing days

Join our Community team and support people in the primary health sector with daily living skills and connecting with their communities.

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

• Increased Kiwisaver employer contribution
• Fifth week of annual leave after 12 months
• Paid Wellbeing days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Starting 14 January 2025 this is a 40 hour a week role working Tuesday - Saturday 8.00am – 4.30pm in or Community team, based in Birmingham Drive, Christchurch.

As a Support Worker your responsibilities include:

• Supporting with budgeting and independent living
• Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
• Attend appointments and 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.
• Whatever it takes - cleaning, cooking, gardening or helping with everyday household tasks.

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 Level 4 equivalent qualification. To check equivalencies 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 NZ full driver’s licence.
Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one within 2 months of starting.
You must have excellent time management and record keeping skills.
Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Closing Date: 3.00pm, Friday 20 December 2024. Please note, if a suitable candidate is found soon then this advert may close. Communication may also be limited over the Christmas period.

Contact: Kathy Moran, Team Coach at kathy.moran@pathways.co.nz if you have any further questions.

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

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.