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Support Worker

Pathways Health LtdChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

30+ days ago

Job description

Overview

Part-time permanent role, Christchurch Community Service Team. 16 hrs wk, 1.30pm-10.00pm on Sunday and Monday; starts immediately. Increased KiwiSaver + 5 wks AL + 2 wellbeing days. Join our Community team and support people in the primary health sector with daily living skills and connecting with their communities. Grow your career and expand your learning by joining a progressive organisation. Be part of a team that makes a difference!

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 Kiwisaver employer contribution
Fifth week of annual leave after 12 months
Paid Wellbeing days (2 days a year)
HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app

About the role | Mō tēnei tūrangamahi

You’ll be working 16 hours per week on Sunday and Monday, 1.30pm – 10.00pm in our community team, based in Christchurch. You will be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our Pathways Christchurch Mobile service. You will be working in a team of Support Workers.

As a Support Worker your responsibilities include :

Advocate and support people to be well and thrive.

Connect them with resources that support them in living well and assist them in building resilience.

Help people connect with their communities, building the relationships that matter most.

Foster positive change for a more positive life.

Provide medication support for our people.

Provide support with household management.

Managing a caseload and all reporting requirements

You | Mōu

You must have previous experience working in a community environment and mental health and addictions sector.

You must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised Level 4 equivalent qualification. To check equivalencies go to

You must hold a NZ full driver’s licence.

Hold a current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one within 2 months of starting.

You must have excellent time management and record keeping skills.

Have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Closing Date : 10 October 2025. Please note, if a suitable candidate is found soon then this advert may close.

Contact : Kathy Moran, Team Coach at if you have any further questions.

Position Description :

For further information, visit our website

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

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Support Worker • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand