Support Worker

• Part-time flexible role Based in Porirua
• Enjoy Paid Wellbeing Days and 5 Weeks of Annual Leave
• Earn up to $32.30 per hour $250 HealthNow Payment Card

Support tangata whai ora to build skills connections and independence in our 16-bed Housing & Recovery service.

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

• Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app.

About the Role Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Become a valued member of our team contributing to our 24-hour housing and recovery service where youll provide essential support to a maximum of 16 individuals. As a Support Worker youll deliver comprehensive assistance to tāngata whai ora throughout the morning and into the afternoon fostering their well-being and journey towards recovery.

This is a permanent 25 hours per week role. You will be working Tuesday to Saturday 9:00am to 2:30pm (start and end times can be flexible) based in Porirua Wellington.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting activities that are wellbeing focused with our tāngata whai ora
• Partnering with agencies (e.g. MSD employment housing) alongside tāngata whai ora to support and advocate for great outcomes.
• Completing requireddocumentation including recording activities and progressas a key worker for our tāngata whai ora.
• Developing and supporting tāngata whai ora to achieve intentional goals that increase independence and life satisfaction.
• Participating in maintenance activities as required like supporting tāngata whai ora with their vegetable gardens and general site cleanliness and tidiness.

About You Mōu

We are interested to hear from people from all backgrounds and life experiences who demonstrate a caring nature towards others and are prepared to work within a recovery and trauma-informed way.

You will also have the following:

• A current and clean NZ full drivers licence.
• 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 are currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.
• Knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applications Close Rā Katinga: 10 October 2026. Please note this job may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description Ngākōreromōtēneitūranga:

Contact Whakapā: Leith Gemmell Team Coach on

For further information visit our website

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

Required Experience:

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