Casual Support Worker

• Do you hold the level 4 NZCHWB or an equivalent qualification
• Are you available for morning afternoon & night shifts any day of the week
• Make a difference Join Pathways one of the leading MH organisations in NZ

Is your time flexible Do you love variety JoinPathways as a casual support worker and help people with mental illness to live theirdreams

Pathways Mō mātou
As aleading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa we empower individualsto live full lives in their communities. Prioritising mental health whileaiming for overall well-being we foster strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalisedsupport 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
• If you work an awake night shift you receive a complementary meal
• EAP support services

The role Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Werelooking for passionate reliable and caring individuals to join us as CasualSupport Workers across all Pathways services. Our casual roles cover leave forpermanent Support Workers in Christchurch providing you with the opportunityto gain valuable experience across a range of our services (community mobilerespite residential and recovery). As acasual the hours of work are not regular and are offered when they becomeavailable so if youre looking for a role with flexibility then wed love to hearfrom you.

We areprioritising candidates who are available to work awake night and weekendshifts as these are key staffing requirements for the role. Availability towork these shifts will be an important consideration in our recruitmentprocess.

As a CasualSupport Worker youll play a vital role in supporting tāngata whai ora in their recovery journeyensuring safety wellbeing and meaningful engagement. This role will always have variety and it couldinclude things like:

• Goal setting and building confidence
• Securing a job or finding a place to live
• Supporting people with budgeting and independent daily living skills
• Attending appointments and advocating for people
• Assisting people to connect with their communities
• Medication support where required
• Supporting whai ora with their daily routine
• Maintaining the house
• Supportingpeople to manage their distress
• Be prepared to do whatever it takes - cleaning cooking gardening or helping with everyday tasks

You Mōu
Criteria:

• It is essential that applicants applying for this role should be prepared to work all shifts (AM PM and awake nights) when required on any day of the week and across all services.
• You need the right to work in New Zealand
• Preferrably youll hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or an equivalent qualification. To check equivalency go tohttps:// or be prepared to complete the comprehensive first aid certificate
• You need a full drivers licence
• Knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to the principles of the Te Tiriti Waitangi.

If youenjoy making a difference and thrive in a supportive environment this is yourchance!

Position description:

Closing Date Rā Katinga: 28 August 2026. Please note this advert may close sooner ifthe roles are filled.

Contact:Richelle Sands Team Coach on if you have any questions.

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

Required Experience:

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