Support Worker

About the Company At Pathways, we are a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, dedicated to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives within their communities. We prioritize mental health while promoting overall well-being, fostering strong connections with whānau. Our commitment to personalized support is evident in our spirit of "whatever it takes." About the Role We are looking for a passionate team member to join us in a full-time position within our acute mental health crisis respite service. You will work alongside the crisis assessment and treatment team in a beautiful villa located in Nelson, providing 24-hour care. Our focus is on supporting individuals facing mental health distress that prevents them from staying in their home environment. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering short-term crisis respite support. Your shifts will be from Sunday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Nelson. Your responsibilities will include: - Focusing on the individual’s needs and ensuring culturally safe practices. - Completing relevant administrative tasks, taking comprehensive notes, and providing effective handovers to the next shift. - Collaborating and supporting your colleagues in delivering care. - Offering medication support when necessary. - Assisting individuals with daily living skills, including cooking, cleaning, gardening, and other household tasks to help them achieve healthier lifestyles and set personal goals. About You To be considered for this role, you must possess a Level 4 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or an equivalent qualification). You can verify equivalency at the provided link. Attention to detail is crucial, especially in providing medication support. You should also share our commitment to a recovery-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have: - A New Zealand Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognized equivalent). Please ensure that overseas qualifications meet New Zealand equivalency. - Preferred experience in mental health. - A full New Zealand driver’s license. - A current comprehensive first aid certificate, or a willingness to obtain one. - The right to work in New Zealand, as this role is not supported under the AEWV. Benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our employees, including: - Increased Kiwisaver contributions. - An additional fifth week of annual leave. - Two paid Wellbeing Days each year. - A HealthNow Payment Card valued at $250 per year to support your health and well-being and that of your whānau. - Access to the Perk & Perk Plus discount app. - Holiday program assistance. Closing Date The application closing date is January 19, 2026. Please note that communication may be limited during the Christmas period, and if a suitable candidate is found, the advert may close earlier. Contact Information If you have any questions, please reach out to Michelle Edwards, Team Coach, at Michelle.Edwards@pathways.co.nz. For more information about our organization, please visit our website at www.pathways.co.nz. Pathways is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke-free environment. We encourage individuals with lived experience of mental illness and addictions to apply.