Support Worker

Pathways Support Worker

Full-time, fixed-term for 6 months + Pukekohe + Monday - Friday

Perk & Plus Discount App + Discounted Premiums

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Work alongside tāngata whaiora to maintain physical, emotional & spiritual wellness. Assist them with meal prep, clean-up & other daily living tasks.

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 include:

• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
• Wise Group House, Contents and car insurance plan
• Financial risk and planning review
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About the role:

This is an intensive team that supports whaiora with complex physical and mental health problems. You will work alongside the clinical team and with other health services. You will support the whaiora with their shopping, daily activities, GP appointments etc. A mental health background is preferable.

This is a fixed-term position for 6 months. You will be working full-time, 8am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday. You will start and end your shift at our residential service in Pukekohe, Auckland.

Responsibilities include:

• Advocate and support whaiora to be well and thrive.
• Connect them with resources that support them in living well and assist them in building resilience
• Help connect with their communities, building the relationships that matter most
• Foster positive change for a more positive life
• Provide medication support for our whaiora
• Support Whaiora with their appointments

You:

• Understanding and commitment to principles of recovery
• Current full NZ driver's licence
• Current first aid certificate
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent
• Support Worker experience or similar
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the primary care sector
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date: Friday, 17th October 2025. Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact: Macy Cheng, Team Coach on Macy.Cheng@pathways.co.nz for any questions. Please apply via the "Apply Now" button. Applications sent to the contact email will not be considered.

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.