Casual Support Worker

About the Company At Pathways, we are a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, dedicated to empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives within their communities. We prioritize mental health while striving for overall well-being and fostering strong whānau connections. Our commitment to providing personalized support is evident in our 'whatever it takes' spirit. About the Role We are currently looking for casual Support Workers to provide coverage for permanent staff during their leave. This role offers a diverse range of experiences across our Wellington-based services, which include community mobile support, respite care, residential services, and recovery initiatives. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skill set and make a meaningful impact. In this varied role, your responsibilities may include: - Supporting guests in our respite service with medication, providing a listening ear, assisting with activities, and maintaining a welcoming home environment through cooking, cleaning, and hosting visiting clinical teams. - Working alongside individuals in our residential services to assist with tasks such as attending appointments, shopping, cleaning, and medication management. - Offering home-based support in our community services by helping individuals with household tasks, grocery shopping, attending appointments, and engaging in exercise from home. Please note that the hours of work are irregular and will be offered based on availability, as our services operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Team As part of the Pathways Wellington team, you will report to the Team Coach. Together, we share a common purpose: to support individuals experiencing mental illness. You We are looking for candidates who possess a caring nature and the ability to adopt a person-centered approach when working with clients. A recovery-focused mindset and exceptional attention to detail are essential. Additionally, you will need to meet the following requirements: - A current full driver’s license - A current first aid certificate or a willingness to obtain one - Flexibility and availability for varying shifts - A Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognized equivalent. Alternatively, you may be currently studying towards this qualification. To verify qualifications, please visit the following link: https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/our-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies. Benefits We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including: - Access to the Perk Plus discount app - Competitive pay, earning up to $32.30 per hour - The opportunity to work for an organization that is passionate about its mission - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for additional support - Flexible shifts to accommodate your holiday plans Closing Date The closing date for applications is 18 January 2026. Please be aware that communication may be limited during the Christmas period, and if a suitable candidate is found, the advertisement may close earlier than the listed date. For more information, please refer to the position description available at: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf If you have any queries, feel free to contact us at Recruitment@wisegroup.co.nz. For further details about our organization, please visit our website at http://www.pathways.co.nz. At Pathways, we are committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and actively support a smoke-free environment. We encourage individuals with lived experience of mental illness and addictions to apply.