Support Worker

Friday and Saturday 7am – 3.30pm — kicking off early Jan

Join one of NZ's leading mental health organisations

HealthNow card + extra leave + wellbeing days (yes please!)

If you're the kind of person who enjoys being out and about, chatting with people, and making a real difference — this role's for you.

As a Support Worker, you'll walk alongside people experiencing mental distress, helping them build confidence, learn life skills, and reconnect with their community.

One day you might be cooking, cleaning, or going for a walk; the next, you might be supporting someone to reach a goal.

At Pathways, we're a team with big hearts and a "whatever it takes" attitude.

We care about connection and well-being — and we love working with people who bring warmth and energy to what they do.

The perks | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou

5th week of annual leave

2 wellbeing days just for you

$250 HealthNow card each year for you and your whanau

Extra Kiwisaver contributions

Discounts galore through our Perk & Perk Plus app

The role | Mo tenei turanga mahi

Starting early January

• , you'll work Friday and Saturday, 7am – 3.30pm based in Christchurch.

You'll be part of our forensic residential service, supporting tangatawhaiora as they move from inpatient care to living independently in the community.

It's a high-needs service, so you'll need to bring your empathy, calm, and ability to build strong, trusting relationships.

Every day is different, but you might find yourself :

Helping with meals, tidying up, and keeping things running smoothly

Supporting medication and appointments

Heading out for a walk, community activity, or just a chat in the sunshine

Writing notes, doing handovers, and working alongside your awesome teammates

At the heart of it all, you'll be there to support someone's journey to wellbeing — with positivity and patience.

About you | Mou

You'll enjoy doing outdoors activities

You're outgoing, active, and love connecting with people

You're reliable, caring, and bring great energy to your work

Ideally you have the NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) or an equivalent qualification

You've got a full driver's licence and a current First Aid Certificate (unit standards

You value and practise the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Pathways | Mo matou

We're one of Aotearoa's leading mental health and addiction services, helping people live full, meaningful lives in their communities.

We believe in people, purpose, and possibility — and our "whatever it takes" spirit is at the heart of everything we do.

Closing date : 24 November

Please note, this advert may close if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact : Please email

For further information, visit our website

Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smokefree environment.

We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness & addictions to apply.

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