• Full time role, 40hrs a week + Based in central Whanganui
• Extra annual leave + Wellbeing days + $250 for your wellbeing
• Have Friday, Saturday off! + KiwiSaver contribution

Promote independent, fulfilling lives through compassionate support, working as part of our community mobile services. Walk alongside our tāngata whai ora to support them to reach their well-being and recovery goals.

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 contribution
• Fifth week of annual leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid wellbeing days (2 per year)
• HealthNow payment card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• New pay steps from $23.38-$29.10 (dependent on qualifications)
• Perk + Perk plus discount app
• Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
• EAP Employee Assistance Programme

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Join our team as a Support Worker within our Enhanced Community Mobile Service. Our dedicated team of Kaimahi all work towards a shared mission: empowering tāngata whai ora to lead fulfilling lives with maximum independence within the community. In our community mobile services, we are committed to working from a trauma informed lens and a can-do attitude, providing compassionate care and support to help individuals achieve their recovery and overall well-being goals. You will assist people with day-to-day activities including accessing social and recreational groups, education and employment, budgeting and liaising with clinical teams and other community providers.

As a Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:

• Guiding individuals in managing their budgets effectively.
• Enhancing their independent daily living skills.
• Accompanying people to appointments
• Providing essential assistance with medication.
• Implementing a recovery-oriented approach in your work.
• Facilitating connections between individuals and their local community.
• This role is full time (40hrs) working Sunday to Thursday, PM shifts (1:30pm to 10:00pm).

You | Mōu
We are looking for people who have a genuine interest in supporting tāngata whai ora to achieve goals, develop new skills and strengthen community connections. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:

• You must hold a current full driver’s licence.
• You must hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one on commencing employment if successful.
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be willing to obtain one.

Closing date | Rā Katinga: 27 April 2025. Please note, this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closing date.

Position Description: Please copy and paste link into browser: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact: Leah McIvor, Team Coach on (06)- 348-8198 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.