Support Worker, Thames
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Pathways

Support Worker

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  • Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

Thames

Job Description

  • Fixed-term, full-time role, based in Thames
  • Earn up to $32.95 per hour + other great benefits
  • Respective & supportive team + inclusive work culture

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

Pathways | Mō mātou

Pathways is a leading national provider of community-based mental health, addiction, and well-being services in Aotearoa. We’re all about transforming mental health and addictions through our Pathways (adult) and Real (youth) services. In fact, we’ve been doing it for 30 years, supporting around 6,000 people each year.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
  • Wise Group house, contents and car insurance plan
  • Perk & Perk plus discount app
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

This is a fixed-term, full-time role ending on 30 April 2027. You’ll work night shifts from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

In this role you will:

  • Support people in a mental health adult respite setting, working individually and as part of a team
  • Be busy supporting people with independent living skills
  • Ensure health and safety during night shifts
  • Be prepared to do whatever it takes for the people we support - medication, cleaning, cooking, personal care and liaising with emergency services when required

About You | Mōu

  • Applicants must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent. Alternatively, you will be willing to commence study towards this within six months of starting your employment with Pathways. This needs to be completed within two years of commencement. Pathways offer significant support for support workers to complete this study.
  • You must hold a current full New Zealand Driver Licence.
  • You must hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 30 October 2026. Please note, this job advert may close sooner if the right candidate is found.

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

Contact | Whakapā: Michelle Stephens, Team Coach, Michelle.Stephens@pathways.co.nz


For further information, visit www.pathways.co.nz

All new appointees in Pathways require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.


Note: The Criminal History Check is Exempt from The Clean Slate Act. In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.


Desired Hard Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • First Aid
  • Health and Safety

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Commitment
  • Supportive

Benefits & Perks

Culture

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

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