Support Worker

About 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.

Multiple discounts through our employee Perk & Perk Plus discount app

Competitive pay rates - earn up to $32.30 per hour (based on qualifications)

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

This is a permanent, full-time role working 40 hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00pm to 10:00pm.

As a Support Worker, you'll report to the Team Coach and join our dynamic mobile service. You'll work alongside a supportive team of Support Workers to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people on their mental health journey.

While mental health experience is preferred, we also highly value lived and life experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide medication support and recovery-focused care.

Assist with meal preparation and household tasks.

Empower independent daily living skills and goal achievement.

Foster positive community connections and strong foundations.

Work alongside Registered Health Professionals with a common purpose.

Manage your caseload with the support of a collaborative team.

You | Mōu

We're looking for passionate individuals who thrive on autonomy and value independence.

You will also have:

A current full NZ driver's licence.

A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one.

Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi and working with Māori whānau

The Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW), or a recognised equivalent - or be currently studying toward this qualification or equivalent.

To check qualification 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-equivalencie*s*

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

Applications Close | Rā Katinga: 20 November 2026. Please note, this job advert may close earlier than the listed date if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact | Korero: [email protected] for any queries.

For further information, visit our website 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.