May 01, 2026

Support worker

Job Description

**About Pathways | Mō mātou** 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. **The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou** * A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app * Earn up to $32.30 per hour * Work for an organisation that believes in its purpose **The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi** Are you a night owl? We are looking for casual cover for our Awake overnight shifts. (11pm - 7.30am). Come and work in one of our warm, homelike environments where you'll have access to free Wi-Fi, an evening meal, and the opportunity to study towards a Level 4 qualification. Our casual role covers leave for permanent Support Workers, providing a diverse range of experiences across our mental health support services. Join us today and broaden your skillset! **The Team** You'll be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our Pathways Wellington team who all have the common purpose to support people experiencing mental health challenges. **About You | Mōu** You'll have a caring nature and the ability to work with people from a person-centred approach. You'll always work in a recovery-focused way and have impeccable attention to detail. You will also need to have: * A current full driver's licence * A current first aid certificate, or are you willing to obtain one * A New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent, or currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent. This is not essential as there are options to enrol to learn. * Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti Waitangi. * Flexibility and available for varying shifts * There is also capacity for guaranteed shifts across the week for fixed periods of time. * Casual employees can work across a range of services in three different areas of Wellington (Miramar/Brooklyn/Central Wellington, Tawa/Porirua/Titahi Bay and Kapiti). **Closing Date | Rā Katinga:** 29 May 2026. *Please note this advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.* **Position Description| Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga:**  https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf Contact: Recruitment@wisegroup.co.nz 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 lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.*