Support individuals to develop daily living skills and integrate into their communities.

Community Support Worker

Full time, permanent position available in the Christchurch Community Team. Sunday – Thursday, 40 hrs per week – 1.30pm – 10pm, starting mid-Aug 2026.

Join our Community team and support people in the primary health sector with daily living skills and connecting with their communities.

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 tūranga mahi

You will be reporting to the Team Coach and joining our Pathways Residential and Recovery Service.

Days/hours of work: Sunday - Thursday. 40 hours weekly – 1.30pm – 10.00pm. Starting mid-August 2026.

You will be working in a team of Support Workers. 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.
  • You must hold a NZ full driver's licence.
  • You must hold a current first aid certificate.
  • 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.

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.

Closing Date: 31 July 2026. Please note, the advert may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

Contact: Kathy Moran, Team Coach at kathy.moran@pathways.co.nz if you have any further questions.

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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