Youth Worker

Pathways Health Ltd; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Increased KiwiSaver contribution

Fifth Week of Annual Leave

Paid Wellbeing Days

HealthNow Card

Perk & Perk Plus discount app

Holiday programme assistance

Earn up to $32.30 per hour

Job summary

Pathways Health Ltd in Waikanae is seeking an energetic Youth Worker to join the OTIS Youth Team. You will provide tailored support to one or two taiohi (young people), helping them build strengths, achieve goals, and enhance their wellbeing.

Role involves working with clinical staff to design personalised plans, using trauma-informed approaches, and engaging in activities aimed at holistic development. Shifts are evenings, with two PM positions available.

Qualifications

• Level 4 NZCHW or recognised equivalent.
• Experience working with young people, ideally in youth work, mental health or social services.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care and supporting people with complex needs.
• De-escalation skills and strong relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and cultural awareness of Māori and Pasifika whānau.
• Hold a full and clean New Zealand driver’s licence.
• Current NZ first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clinical service staff to design personalised support plans.
• Support taiohi to build on their strengths, set goals, and enhance wellbeing.
• Develop activities and programmes tailored to individual goals.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

De-escalation skills

Relationship building

Cultural awareness

Education

NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 (NZCHW) or equivalent

Job description

• Afternoon shiftsavailable + Based in Waikanae
• Enjoy Extra Annual Leave + 2 Paid Wellbeing Days each year
• Earn competitive pay rates up to $32.30 per hour

Empower taiohi to grow life skills, build meaningful connections, and create lasting positive change in their lives.

Real | Mō mātou

Our spirit is 'loving life', and that's what we do - we work with our taiohi to realise this aspiration.

We provide health and wellbeing services working with local community agencies to help taiohi aged 12-25 develop life skills and build strong connections, including their school, employer, whānau, and friends.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased KiwiSaver contribution
• Fifth Week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Holiday programme assistance
• Earn up to $32.30 per hour dependent on your qualifications

The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

We are seeking Youth Workers with experience supporting individuals with complex needs and/or mental health challenges to join our OTIS Youth Team in Waikanae.

In this role, you will provide tailored support to one or two taiohi (young people), helping them build on their strengths, achieve your goals, and enhance their wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Working closely with clinical service staff in designing personalised support plans
• Working with people’s strengths, hold hope and encourage people to recognise their ability to overcome adversity.
• Working with people planning a suite of activities and programmes individually designed to help them meet goals

Available Shifts

We currently have two PM positions available.

Role 1:Tuesday to Saturday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Role 2:Sunday to Thursday, 3pm- 11:30pm

About You | Mōu:

We’re looking for a passionate, energised Youth Worker to join our growing service.

You will:

• Hold a Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent or be studying towards a recognised equivalent.
• Have experience in working with young people, ideally within youth work, mental health or social services (although not essential).
• Have an understanding of trauma-informed care and how to support people experiencing complex needs.
• Have both de-escalation skills and strong relationship building skills.
• Show cultural awareness and a commitment to supporting Māori and Pasifika whānau
• Hold a full and clean New Zealand driver's licence
• Hold a current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one.
• Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Closing Date | Rā Katinga:

8September 2026. Please note, this advert may close early if suitable candidates have been found.

Position Description

https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Pathways-Youth-Worker-Sep-2024.pdf

Contact:

[e-mail] with any queries.

For further information, visit www.real.org.nz

Real is supported by Pathways Health Limited, part of the Wise Group. Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively support a smoke-free environment.

Note:

The Criminal History Check is exempt from The Clean Slate Act. In other words, the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.

All new appointees into Pathways require background checking. Under the requirements of the Children's Act 2014, new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.