Peer Support Specialist, Auckland
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Pathways

Peer Support Specialist

  • Posted 1w ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Auckland

Job Description

  • Permanent, full-time + Friday - Monday + PM shift
  • Based in Papatoetoe + Increased Kiwisaver contributions and more!
  • Use your lived experience to support guests on their journey to well-being


Bring your lived experience with mental health and/or addiction toinspire our Tāngata Whaiora in their recovery journey.


Pathways | Mōmātou

As a leadingmental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to livefull lives in their communities. At Pathways we truly value Lived and LivingExperience.


The practiceof Peer Support brings a unique approach to wellbeing grounded in the corevalues of Mutuality, Experiential Knowledge, Self-determination, Participation,Equity, Hope and Wellbeing.


Ourcommitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes'wairua (spirit).


The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

  • Access to monthly Co-Learning (Peer Supervision sessions) and coaching
  • Professional development opportunities including Kia Mataara
  • Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
  • Fifth week Annual Leave
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  • HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • Holiday programme asssistance


The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

You will be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our PathwaysAuckland peer-led support team, this is a service that is an alternative tohospital admission and can house up to 12 tāngata whai ora, working in a teamof Peer Support Specialists – all with a common purpose to support peoplenavigating experiences with mental distress and/or addiction.


This is a permanent full-time role. You will be working Friday – Monday,3pm – 11:30pm, Based in Papatoetoe, Auckland.

What You’ll Be Doing I  Ngā mahi kamahia e koe:

  • Intentionally drawing on your Lived or Living Experience to support others on their recovery journey
  • Using your Peer training and upholding Peer competencies/values
  • Supporting acute tāngata whai ora who are staying at Tupu Ake as an alternative to being in hospital on the awake night shift
  • Supporting all aspects of tāngata whai ora's recovery during their stay at respite


You | Mōu:

We would love to hear from Peers who are at a place on theirwellbeing journey where they are ready to support others on their journeys.


You’ll also have:

  • Kia Mataara, Peer Employment Training or Intentional Peer Support Training
  • Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or intention to commence training within three months
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi


Closing Date: Friday, 16th October. Please note, this role may close early if asuitable candidate is found.

Position Description | Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Team-Coach.pdf

Contact: Joe Bishop, TeamCoach Peer on joe.bishop@pathways.co.nz if you have any questions


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


Pathways is committed tohealthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke free environment. We encouragepeople with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.

Desired Hard Skills

  • Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Peer training

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Commitment
  • Empathy

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app
  • Increased Kiwisaver contribution
  • Fifth Week of Annual Leave
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
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  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer

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