Casual Support Worker - Blenheim
Pathways | Mo matou**
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 whanau connections. Our commitment to personalised support is reflected in our 'whatever it takes' wairua and spirit.
**The Benefits | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou**- New salary rates - earn up to $29.83per hr
- If you work on our awake nights shifts you'll receive a complementary meal
- A wide range of discounts through our employee discounts app
- Discount at Specsavers for you and your whanau (family) members
- EAP support services
**The role |Mo tenei turanga mahi**
Our casual roles cover leave for permanent Support Workers in Blenheim, providing you with the opportunity to gain valuable experience. 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.
Applicant must be able to work flexible hours including being available to work our awake night shifts as required.
This role will always have variety and it could include things like:
- Goal setting and building confidence
- 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 must hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 or a recognised equivalent. 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 a full New Zealand driver's licence
- Hold a comprehensive first aid Certificate or willing to obtain one - covering 6400, 6401 and 6402 unit standards
- Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti Waitangi.
**Position description:** https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf
**Advert closes**: 20 June 2025. Please note, this req will close sooner if the role(s) have been filled.
**Contact:** Ruth Hamilton, Team Coach on ruth.hamilton@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.*