Support Worker

JobSpace; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased Kiwisaver contribution

Fifth Week of Annual Leave

Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)

HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year

Job summary

Pathways in New Plymouth is seeking a committed Support Worker to join a friendly, culturally diverse team of Registered Health Professionals and Support Workers.

You will report to the Team Coach and work 7am-3:30pm Fri-Mon, based in New Plymouth, providing advocacy, connections to resources, community engagement, and medication support. Requires NZCHW or equivalent, NZ driver’s licence, and first aid.

Qualifications

• NZCHW certificate or recognised equivalent.
• NZ driver’s licence.
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Support Worker experience or similar.
• Knowledge of the primary care sector.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
• Connect them with resources that support living well and resilience.
• Help people connect with their communities and build relationships.
• Foster positive change for a more positive life.
• Provide medication support for our people.

Skills

Advocacy

Community outreach

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NZCHW certificate or equivalent

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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.

• 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

Come and join our friendly team in Sunny Taranaki! We are looking for people who are passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals. You will be reporting to the Team Coach and will work with a friendly and culturally diverse team of Registered Health Professionals and Support Workers; all with a common purpose of supporting people experiencing mental distress.

This is a permanent, full-time position. You will be working 7am-3:30pm, Friday-Monday. Based in New Plymouth.

Responsibilities Include:

• Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
• Connect them with resources that support them in living well and assist them in building resilience
• Help people connect with their communities, building the relationships that matter most
• Foster positive change for a more positive life
• Provide medication support for our people
• NZ full driver's licence
• Current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent.
• Support Worker experience or similar
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the primary care sector
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date: Tuesday, 8th September 2026. Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke-free environment.