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Pathways

Support Worker

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Wellington

Salary

$27 .61  -  $29 .83/hr

Job Description

  • 1 x Full-time position available + Tawa, Wellington.
  • Additional annual leave + Paid wellbeing days + Increased Kiwisaver employer contributions
  • NEW pay rates of $27.61 - $29.83


Join our supportive team leading Tawa’s modern 6 bed Acute service, we offer guests a short-term therapeutic retreat from life’s emotional challenges.

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

  1. Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
  2. Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
  3. Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  4. Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
  5. Perk & Perk Plus discount app.
  6. Holiday programme assistance
  7. Income continuance plan
  8. Wise Group House, Contents and car insurance plan
  9. Specsavers Discount
  10. Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
  11. Financial risk and planning review
  12. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).


The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
We have two opportunities available within our modern Acute Crisis Respite service, an alternative environment focussed on wellbeing and connection. Together our ‘Whatever it takes’ attitude, encourages support staff to co-create a peaceful and reflective journey with our guests in an inviting home-like environment.
Are you keen to start your journey? Tell us about yourself, we’d love to hear from you!
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi! (With your food basket and our food basket, the people will thrive!)

Shift available:
PM Shift Tuesday to Saturday 3:00pm-11:30pm

You | Mōu

  • You must hold a current New Zealand full drivers’ license
  • Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
  • Be willing to complete a two week induction including orientation to all shifts.
  • Do you hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent, or have minimum level 3 and are currently studying towards your Level 4 or a recognised equivalent? Please note, all working in a respite service will require the above qualification.


Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/PW-Support-Worker.pdf
Applications close | Rā Katinga: 5 March 2025. Please note, this job may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
Contact | Korero: Recruitment@wisegroup.co.nz 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.

Hard Skills Required

  • Current full NZ driver’s licence
  • first aid certificate
  • NZCHW
  • primary care sector knowledge

Soft Skills Required

  • Communication
  • Coordination

Benefits and Perks

  • Increased Kiwisaver contribution
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  • Fifth Week of Annual Leave

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
  • Monday to Friday

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