Provide trauma-informed support to mental health clients in Nelson's crisis respite unit

Support Worker

Bring your NZ L4 Health and Wellbeing cert to our service. Permanent part-time role. You'll enjoy extra annual leave and 2 wellbeing days annually.

Care for our tāngata whaiora to ensure they have what they need in our Nelson mental health service.

Summary: Join our compassionate Nelson team providing support for tangata whai ora in a peaceful crisis respite setting in The Wood. Using trauma-informed and AOD recovery approaches, you'll help create a safe and supportive space for people.

The role: We're seeking a part-time Support Worker to join our team in Nelson. Based in a beautiful villa in The Wood, surrounded by tranquil trees and gardens, our 24/7 Crisis Respite and acute-admitting community house provides short-term support for people experiencing mental health distress who are unable to remain at home. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting tangata whai ora to rest, recover, and refocus using trauma-informed and AOD recovery approaches.

This shift is Sunday & Monday, 7am – 3.30pm.

You'll also:

  • Focusing on the individuals needs and providing culturally safe practice
  • Relevant administrative tasks, comprehensive notes and effective handover, and supporting and collaborating with your colleagues
  • Be prepared to support our clients to do whatever it takes using a recovery model

About you: For this role, mental health experience is essential and a minimum qualification of the NZ Level 4 Health and Well Being certificate is required (or an equivalent qualification or be currently working towards it). A calm caring demeanour is essential and skills in de-escalation and mindfulness are valued. You'll align with our commitment to a recovery-focused approach and have the ability to provide medication support with meticulous attention to detail.

You'll have:

  • New Zealand Certificate Level 4 in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent, or currently studying towards it).
  • Some mental health experience is needed
  • A full New Zealand drivers licence
  • A current comprehensive first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
  • The right to work in New Zealand. This role is not supported under the AEWV.

Pathways: 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: 9 October 2026. Please note, this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

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.

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