Casual Support Worker

• Do you hold the level 4 NZCHWB or an equivalent qualification?
• Are you available for morning, afternoon & night shifts any day of the week
• Make a difference + Join Pathways, one of the leading MH organisations in NZ

Is your time flexible? Do you love variety? Join Pathways as a casual support worker and help people with mental illness to live their dreams

The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app
• If you work an awake night shift you receive a complementary meal
• EAP support services
• Earn up to $32.30 per hour dependent on qualification

The role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
We’re looking for passionate, reliable, and caring individuals to join us as Casual Support Workers across all Pathways services. Our casual roles cover leave for permanent Support Workers in Nelson, providing you with the opportunity to gain valuable experience across a range of our services. As a casual, the hours of work are not regular and are offered when they become available, so if you’re looking for a role with flexibility then we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll be expected to work all shifts as required. AM: 7am – 3.30pm, PM: 3.00pm-11.30pm and Awake Night shifts 11.00pm -7.30am.

As a Casual Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting tāngata whai ora in their recovery journey, ensuring safety, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement. This role will always have variety, and it could include things like:

• Goal setting and building confidence
• Securing a job or finding a place to live
• Supporting people with budgeting and independent daily living skills
• Attending appointments and advocating for people
• Assisting people to connect with their communities
• Medication support where required
• Supporting whai ora with their daily routine
• Maintaining the house
• Supporting people to manage their distress
• Be prepared to do whatever it takes - cleaning, cooking, gardening or helping with everyday tasks

You | Mōu
Criteria:

• It is essential that applicants applying for this role should be prepared to work all shifts (AM, PM, and awake nights) when required on any day of the week and across all services.
• You need the right to work in New Zealand
• Preferrably you’ll hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or an equivalent qualification. To check equivalency go to https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/our-health-system/pay-equity-settlements/care-and-support-workers-pay-equity-settlement/pay-equity-and-qualification-equivalencies
• Hold, or be prepared to complete the comprehensive first aid certificate
• You need a full drivers licence
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti Waitangi.

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.

If you enjoy making a difference and thrive in a supportive environment, this is your chance!

Position description: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Closing Date | Rā Katinga: 10 November 2026. Please note, this advert may close sooner if the roles are filled.

Contact: Vanessa Kingsbury, Team Coach at Vanessa.Kingsbury@pathways.co.nz if you have any questions.

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

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.*