Support Worker

• Permanent, full-time + Friday - Monday + New Plymouth
• Increased Kiwisaver contribution + Extra annual leave
• Support people using Pathways’ service to live their dreams and flourish.

We are looking for someone with a good understanding and commitment to the principles of recovery. A real ‘people-person’ who can engage with anyone!

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 contribution
• Fifth Week of Annual Leave
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app

About the role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Come and join our friendly team in Sunny Taranaki! We are looking for people who are passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals. You will be reporting to the Team Coach and will work with a friendly and culturally diverse team of Registered Health Professionals and Support Workers; all with a common purpose of supporting people experiencing mental distress.

This is a permanent, full-time position. You will be working 7am – 3:30pm, Friday – Monday. Based in New Plymouth.

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

You | Mōu

• NZ full driver’s licence
• Current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
• Applicants must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent.
• Support Worker experience or similar
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the primary care sector
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026. Please note, this role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description| Ngā kōrero mō tēnei tūranga: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact | Whakapā: Brooks Murrell, Team Coach - Clinical

• Brooks.Murrell@pathways.co.nz for any questions.

For further information, visit our website www.pathways.co.nz

Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke-free environment. We encourage people with experience with mental illness to apply.