Support Worker

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 well-being, 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 Employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app.
• Holiday programme assistance

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Become a valued member of our team, contributing to our 24-hour housing and recovery service, where you'll provide essential support to a maximum of 16 individuals. As a Support Worker, you'll deliver comprehensive assistance to tangata whai ora throughout the day and into the evening, fostering their well-being and journey towards recovery.

This is a permanent, 40-hour role. You will be working Sunday to Thursday, 10am to 6:30pm, based in Porirua, Wellington.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting activities that are wellbeing focused with our tangata whai ora
• Partnering with agencies (e.g. MSD, employment, housing) alongside tangata whai ora, to support and advocate for great outcomes.
• Completing required documentation, including recording activities and progress as a key worker for our tangata whai ora.
• Developing and supporting tangata whai ora to achieve intentional goals that increase independence and life satisfaction.
• Participating in maintenance activities as required, like supporting tangata whai ora with their vegetable gardens and general site cleanliness and tidiness.

You | Mōu

We are interested to hear from people from all backgrounds and life experiences who demonstrate a caring nature towards others and are prepared to work within a recovery and trauma-informed way.

You will also have the following:

• A current and clean NZ full driver's licence.
• A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Applicants must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent, or are currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applications Close | Rā Katinga:  27 March 2026. Please note, this job 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 | Korero: ** George Farrar, Team Coach on George.Farrar@pathways.co.nz

For further information, visit our website http://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.