Night-Shift Peer Support Specialist: Recovery Advocate

Wise Group; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-Learning sessions

KiwiSaver contribution increase

Paid wellbeing days

HealthNow card

Job summary

Pathways in Auckland Central is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to work with peers using lived experience to support recovery in a new community-based service. You will join a team delivering peer-led care as an alternative to hospital, guided by recovery tools and values.

The role requires night shift work, night hours and collaboration with health partners to promote resilience and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with peer support models and recovery tools.
• Completed recognised Peer Support training or in progress.
• Able to articulate personal lived experience and journey to wellbeing.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.

Responsibilities

• Support acute tāngata whai ora as a community-based alternative to hospital.
• Provide compassionate peer support in a safe, recovery-focused environment.
• Collaborate with Te Whatu Ora, PHOs and the wider community sector.
• Uphold peer values and competencies in all aspects of practice.

Skills

Lived experience

Interpersonal skills

Peer workforce knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

Pathways in Auckland Central is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to work with peers using lived experience to support recovery in a new community-based service. You will join a team delivering peer-led care as an alternative to hospital, guided by recovery tools and values.

The role requires night shift work, night hours and collaboration with health partners to promote resilience and wellbeing.