Support Worker

JobSpace; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased employer Kiwisaver

5 weeks Annual Leave (after 12 months)

2 wellbeing days per year

Wellbeing Payment Card - $250 per year

Job summary

Pathways is seeking a dedicated part-time night-shift support worker in Tauranga to assist adults in a mental health respite setting. You’ll work Sundays and Mondays, 11:30pm–7:30am, providing individual and team-based care and advocacy.

Applicants should hold a Level 4 NZ certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or be studying toward it), have a NZ driver licence, and a current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one. Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 4 NZ certificate in Health and Wellbeing or be studying toward it.
• Current full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• Current first aid certificate or willing to obtain one.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Support people in a mental health adult respite setting, individually and as part of a team.
• Assist with budgeting and independent daily living skills for the people supported.
• Attend appointments and advocate for people.
• Help connect people with their communities.
• Be prepared to do whatever it takes for the people we support - cleaning, cooking, gardening, personal care or helping with everyday tasks.

Skills

People skills

Budgeting

Independent daily living skills

Education

Level 4 NZ certificate in Health and Wellbeing

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.

Pathways is a leading national provider of community-based mental health, addiction, and wellbeing services in Aotearoa. We're all about transforming mental health and addictions through our Pathways (adult) and Real (youth) services. In fact, we've been doing it for 30 years, supporting around 6,000 people each year.

The Benefits

To show you how much we value you, we offer:

• Increased employer Kiwisaver contribution
• 5 weeks of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• 2 paid Wellbeing Days per year
• Extraordinary Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānanu

The Role

This is a Permanent, part-time role based in Tauranga, working Sundays and Mondays, 11:30pm to 7:30am.

In this role you will:

• Support people in a mental health adult respite setting, working individually and as part of a team
• Have good people skills and able to work independently and within a wider team
• Be busy supporting people with budgeting and independent daily living skills
• Attending appointments and advocating for people
• Might be assisting people to connect with their communities
• Be prepared to do whatever it takes for the people we support - cleaning, cooking, gardening, personal care or helping with everyday tasks

About You

• Applicants must hold the Level 4 New Zealand certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognized equivalent) or have commenced studies towards their qualification
• You must hold a current full New Zealand Driver Licence
• You must hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date: 30 September 2026. Please note: We may close this advert before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.