Support Worker

Wise Group; Wellington; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking dedicated support workers to join their team. This role offers unique perks, including meal provisions during night shifts and additional wellbeing days. You will provide essential support to individuals in a recovery service, helping them thrive in their daily lives. With a focus on community and well-being, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible schedule. If you're passionate about supporting others and want to be part of a compassionate team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Extra annual leave after 12 months

Health Now Payment Card

Financial Assistance for school holiday programmes

Increased Kiwi Saver Contribution

Meal provided during night shifts

2 wellbeing days annually

Qualifications

• Current full driver's license required.
• First Aid certificate needed or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support tangata whai ora to live their best lives.
• Assist with meal preparation and cleaning.

Skills

First Aid Certification

Driver's License

Commitment to Te Tiriti Waitangi

Education

Level 4, New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing

Job description

As a leading mental health and addiction service provider in Aotearoa, we are proud to support people to live full lives within their communities; hopeful and connected to what matters to them.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Extra annual leave after 12 months of employment
• Health Now Payment Card $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• Financial Assistance for school holiday programmes
• Increased Kiwi Saver Contribution

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Looking for a role that offers some great perks? How about a job where you get a meal provided during your awake night shift? We also provide you with 2 wellbeing days annually and extra employer contribution to KiwiSaver. Join our team and support 6 tangata whai ora within a housing and recovery service. Responsibilities include supporting tangata whai ora to live their best lives; this could involve tasks like assisting with meal preparation and cleaning up. It's all about making a positive difference in their lives while you enjoy the night-time schedule.

You will be reporting to the Team Coach.

Shift Available:

Tuesday - Saturday 1:00pm - 9:30pm

You | Mōu

• Hold a current full driver's licence
• Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Applicants must hold the Level 4, New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent, or currently working towards it. Alternatively, you will commence study towards this within six months of starting your employment with Pathways. This needs to be completed within two years of commencement.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti Waitangi

Closing Date: 23 May 2025. Please note, we will be shortlisting as we go; this job may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pathways-Support-Worker-Sep-24.pdf

Contact: Lisa Johnstone - Team Coach Nurse at [e-mail] 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 experience of mental illness to apply.

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