Support guests toward independence through safe, culturally competent overnight care in Miramar

Support Worker

Support tāngata whai ora in a safe, warm, non-hospital setting as they move from complex needs toward greater independence. Bring your heart, culture, and manaakitanga.

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.

The Benefits

  • Increased Employer Kiwisaver contribution
  • Fifth week of Annual Leave (after 12 months employment)
  • Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
  • Health Now Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whānau.
  • Perk & Perk Plus discount app.
  • Holiday programme assistance
  • Earn up to $32.30 an hour

The Role

This is a permanent 40-hour role working Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00pm to 7:30am, based in Miramar.

Our bespoke service is currently supporting three guests, each with their own unique journey. One of our guests requires specialised care due to complex physical and mental health needs, which include wheelchair utilisation and manual handling equipment.

If you're eager to contribute to a whaiora's journey towards independence, we want to hear from you. Join us in providing exceptional care, support, and companionship, and help shape a future of empowerment for our guests.

As a Support Worker, some of your responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting people with budgeting
  • Comprehensive note-taking and handovers
  • Supporting people regain their mental health and independence
  • Provide culturally competent care
  • Support people with independent daily living skills
  • Support with cleaning, cooking, gardening or helping out with everyday household tasks.
  • While the people you support are asleep, you'll stay active with other tasks like cleaning, and helping the day shifts with maintaining filing systems, first aid kits, emergency kits and preparation of paperwork.

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

  • The New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) Level 4 or a recognised equivalent or be currently studying towards this qualification or a recognised equivalent.
  • Support Worker experience or similar relevant experience
  • A current full New Zealand driver's licence
  • A current first aid certificate or be willing to obtain one
  • Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and working with Māori and Pasifika.

Applications Close: 16 October 2026. Please note, this advert may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

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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