Support Worker

Community Support Worker

Work alongside tāngata whaiora to maintain physical, emotional & spiritual wellness. 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

• 5 weeks of Annual Leave + 2x Paid Wellbeing Days
• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Holiday programme assistance
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau

About the Role

This role is a community Support Worker role, where you will be supporting people to achieve community-orientated goals. This can include, but is not limited to, accessing WINZ benefits and safe housing, engagement with groups and meaningful activities, and finding employment.

In this team you will be working closely with the local community mental health centres and community agencies.

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, 8:00am- 4:30pm. The role is based at Harakeke House and will involve travel across the wider Auckland region.

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

You

We are interested to hear from people who have a caring nature and work in a recovery and strengths-focused way. Previous experience in a mental health setting is advantageous. You will enjoy supporting people facing mental health challenges and enjoy getting out and about in the community.

You will also have:

• Current full driver's licence
• Current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent.

Closing Date: 11 October 2025. Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact: Macy Cheng, Team Coach on macy.cheng@pathways.co.nz for any 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.