Support Worker

Wise Group; Pukekohe; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount app

Insurance plan

EAP

Job summary

Pathways is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join our team in Pukekohe. This role expands our House Recovery Service to include individual care packages and operates 24/7 supported accommodation with shift coverage on Saturdays and Sundays.

We are looking for a people person with a strong commitment to recovery principles, a NZ driver’s licence, first aid cert, and NZCHW or equivalent. NZ Tiriti understanding is valued.

Qualifications

• Understanding of recovery principles.
• Current full NZ driver’s licence.
• Current first aid certificate.
• NZCHW or equivalent required.
• Support Worker experience or similar preferred.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.
• Connect individuals with community resources for wellbeing and resilience.
• Help clients connect with their communities and build relationships.
• Provide medication support as needed.
• Support people with appointments and scheduling.
• Collaborate with the team to support client goals.

Skills

People skills

Recovery-oriented

Engagement

Education

NZCHW or equivalent

Job description

• Fixed term till September 2027 + Saturday & Sunday + Based in Pukekohe
• Perk & Plus Discount App & More!
• Grow your career and expand your learning by joining a progressive organisation

We’re looking for someone with agood understanding and commitment to the principles of recovery. A real‘people person’ who can engage with anyone!

Pathways | Mō mātou

As a leading mental health and addictionservice in Aotearoa, we empower individuals to live full lives in theircommunities. Prioritising mental health while aiming for overall well-being, wefoster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised support isreflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Perk + Perk plus discount app
• Discounted premiums with Southern Cross
• Wise Group House, Contents and car insurance plan
• EAP Employee Assistance Programme

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Anexciting opportunity awaits as weexpand our existing House Recovery Service to include individual care packages.We are seeking a dedicated Support Workers to join our growing team.

We provide 24/7 supported accommodation with round the clock staffsupport. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about empoweringothers and making a real difference in people’s lives.

This is a part time, fixed term position ending in September2027. You will be working Saturday & Sunday, 3pm - 11:30pm, based in Pukekohe.

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
• Support people with their appointments
• Work alongside people to achieve their goals

You | Mōu

• Understanding and commitment to principles of recovery
• Current full NZ driver’s licence
• Current first aid certificate
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent
• Support Worker experience or similar
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date: Monday, 2nd November 2026.

Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidates arefound.

Position Description:

https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact:

Roganee Moodley, Team Coach on [e-mail] for any questions.

Forfurther information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz

Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke freeenvironment. We encourage people withlived experience of mental illness& addictions to apply.