Support Worker - Awake Night Shift

Care for our tāngata whaiora during the night to ensure they have what they need

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of 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

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi We're seeking a new team member for an awake night shift part-time position in Nelson. Located in a beautiful villa in The Wood, Nelson with a serene and tranquil area surrounded by trees. It's a place for acutely unwell tangata whai ora to come to rest and refocus on themselves. We operate a 24/7 Crisis Respite service and acute-admitting community house, offering care for individuals experiencing crisis. We support individuals experiencing mental health distress that prevents them from staying in their home environment and you will play a vital role in providing short-term crisis respite support. We utilise trauma informed care and AOD recovery approaches.

The shift is Sunday and Monday Awake Night shifts, 11pm to 7:30am in Nelson. A meal is provided for overnight awake staff.

You'll also:

• Focusing on the individuals needs and providing culturally safe practice
• Relevant administrative tasks, comprehensive notes and effective handover, and supporting and collaborating with your colleagues
• You'll need to be prepared to support our clients to do whatever it takes using a recovery model
• Whilst the whai ora you support are sleeping you will complete tasks such as cleaning and maintaining things like filing, first aid kits, emergency kits and preparation of paperwork.

About You | Mōu For this role, mental health experience is essential and a minimum qualification of the NZ Level 4 Health and Well Being certificate is required (or an equivalent qualification or be currently working towards it). To check equivalency 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. A calm caring demeanour is essential and skills in de-escalation and mindfulness are valued. You'll align with our commitment to a recovery-focused approach and have the ability to provide medication support with meticulous attention to detail.

You'll have:

• New Zealand Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent, or currently studying towards it).
• Some mental health experience is needed
• A full New Zealand drivers licence
• You must hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.
• Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand. This role is not supported under the AEWV.

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.

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

Closing date: 17 April 2026. Please note, if a suitable candidate is found sooner the advert may close.

Contact: Vanessa Kingsbury, Team Coach on 027 288 0309 if you have any questions.

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