Peer Support Specialist, Christchurch
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Pathways

Peer Support Specialist

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  • Full Time

Christchurch

Job Description

  • NZCHW Level 4 (or equivalent) + Tuesday - Saturday 11.00pm – 7.30am
  • Own lived mental health experience and 18+ months of wellness before applying
  • Enjoy extra annual leave and 2 wellbeing days annually

We're looking for someone who's had their own mental healthjourney through to recovery and is ready to support others on theirs.

Summary

You've experienced mental health challenges yourself andyour lived experience is your strength. Having maintained a period of wellnessfor at least 18 months before applying, you bring a unique ability to relate toothers who may be going through similar experiences on their recovery journey.

In our 24/7 Peer Acute Alternative Service, you'll draw onyour own lived experience to build meaningful connections, offer compassion andnon-judgemental support, and help tāngata whai ora feel understood, respectedand hopeful about their recovery.

The benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • An extra week of annual leave after 12 months
  • Two well-being days each year
  • Access to a wide range of discounts through our employee app
  • Specsavers discounts for you and your whānau
  • Southern Cross medical insurance discounts

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Tuesday to Saturday, 11.00pm – 7.30am, awake nights shiftbased in Christchurch.

You know from your own experience that mental healthchallenges can affect everyone differently. As a Peer Support Specialist in our24/7 Peer Acute Alternative Service, you'll use that understanding to connectwith and support tāngata whai ora during challenging times.

Our service offers an alternative to hospital admission,providing a safe, supportive environment where people can focus on theirwellbeing and recovery. You'll join a team of 24 staff working across a rangeof shifts, bringing compassion, connection and a whatever it takes approach to your work.

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will:

  • Make it personal - understand each person's individual needs, build genuine connections and provide culturally safe, compassionate support.
  • Support everyday independence - help tāngata whai ora with daily living skills, encouraging confidence, choice and independence.
  • Work together as a team - keep accurate notes, complete handovers and administrative tasks, and collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent, quality support.
  • Keep things running overnight - while people are asleep, you'll carry out important tasks including cleaning, preparing paperwork, checking supplies such as first aid and emergency kits, and supporting the wider team to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

About You | Mōu

You'll draw on your own understanding of mental health andthe tools that support your wellbeing to help others navigate their ownrecovery journey.

You'll also:

  • Hold Intentional Peer Support (IPS) training or a Peer Employment Training (PET) Certificate, or be willing to work towards one.
  • Hold the New Zealand Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent).
  • Have had a period of wellness of at least 18 months before applying.
  • Hold a full New Zealand driver's licence.
  • Hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.

About Pathways | Mō mātou

At Pathways, we support people across Aotearoa to live full,meaningful lives in their communities. Mental health and overall wellbeing areat the heart of what we do, and strong whānau connections guide our work. Our "whateverit takes" wairua is all about personalised, compassionate support.

Closingdate: 20 November 2026.  Please note, this advert may close early if asuitable candidate is found.


Position description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PW-Peer-Support-Specialist.pdf

Contact: Tina Sheveleva, Team Coach ontina.sheveleva@pathways.co.nz if you have any questions.

For further information, visit our websitewww.pathways.co.nz


Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smokefree

Desired Hard Skills

  • First Aid
  • Note Taking
  • Intentional Peer Support

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Compassion
  • Cultural Safety

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • Fifth Week of Annual Leave
  • Increased Kiwisaver contribution
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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