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Support Worker

Wise GroupPalmerston North, New ZealandNZD 67k–NZD 67k / yrPosted just now
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  • Permanent, part-time role + Night Shift + Based in Palmerston North
  • Extra Annual Leave + Paid Wellbeing Days + more benefits
  • Earn up to $32.30/hr + $250 for your health and wellbeing

Have you walked your own mental health and wellbeing journey? Your lived experience is valued here, giving you unique insight, empathy and understanding that can make a real difference as you support others on their journey to wellness.

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.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatangakei a mātou

  • Increased Kiwisaver Contribution
  • Fifth Week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 per year)
  • HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support health and wellbeing for you and your whanau
  • Perk Plus Discount App
  • Earn up to $32.30 per hour
  • Work for an organisation that believes in its purpose
  • EAP Employee Assistance Programme

The Role |Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
Join our respite service team in a rewarding night shift role, helping support people experiencing mental distress through short‑term, recovery‑focused respite. You’ll work closely with mental health services and clinical teams to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where guests feel heard and cared for.

The role includes providing medication support, offering compassionate care, engaging guests in activities, and assisting with daily household tasks such as cooking and cleaning.

This is a permanent, part-time role working 24 hours per week, Thursday to Saturday, 11:00pm to 7:30am based in Palmerston North. This role is ideal to those who enjoy overnight work and a more settled pace, while staying responsive to guest needs within a supportive environment.

You |Mōu

  • A current full driver’s licence
  • Current first aid certificate or are you willing to obtain one
  • New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the articles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Applications Close | Rā Katinga: 7 October 2026. This advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description: Please copy and paste link into your browser: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact | Korero: email [email protected] for 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.

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