Support Worker

• Permanent, part-time afternoon shifts (Thursday & Sunday, 2:00pm–10:30pm)
• Community-based support role focused on daily living and wellbeing
• Earn up to $32.95 per hour, plus Perk & Perk Plus discounts and other benefits

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 wellbeing, 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
• Two Paid Wellbeing days each year
• Extraordinary Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

You’ll be working 16 hours per week in the Hauraki Waihi Community team, based out of the Gilmour Street office, Waihi.

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

About You | Mōu

• You must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing NZCHW (or a recognised equivalent qualification) or currently working towards this. 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 Full NZ Driver Licence
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain one within two 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: 02 November 2026. Please note, this job advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact: Christine Harness, Team Coach at Christine.Harness@pathways.co.nz if you have any further questions.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/PW-Support-Worker.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.