Support Worker

**About Pathways | Mo matou**
Transforming mental health and addictions through fostering strong, compassionate, self-supporting communities.

**The role | Mo tenei turanga mahi**
This is a permanent full-time position working Tuesday - Saturday, 3.00pm - 11.30pm, based in Blenheim.

We are a 6 bed, single staffed residential recovery service working within the mental health sector in Blenheim. As a Support Worker you'll walk alongside whai ora to achieve their individual goals and increase knowledge and motivation around daily living tasks, interpersonal relationships, encouraging people to participate in community activities and provide intentional support to all.

You'll also:

• Focus on the individuals needs and provide culturally safe practice
• Conduct relevant administrative tasks, produce comprehensive notes, provide effective handovers, and support and collaborate with your colleagues
• You'll need to be prepared to support our clients to do whatever it takes - cleaning, budgeting, cooking, gardening or helping out with everyday household tasks
• Attend appointments and advocate for people

**About you | Mou**
You'll have a non-judgemental attitude and an ability to build relationships quickly.

You'll also;

• Hold a full New Zealand driver's licence
• Hold a first aid certificate or willing to obtain one
• You will either hold the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent) or be willing to commence study towards this qualification within six months of starting with us. We offer our staff significant support to complete this study.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• If supporting people on their recovery journey sounds like you then apply now.

**The benefits | Nga ahuatanga kei a matou**

• Increased Kiwisaver contribution
• Fifth Week of Annual Leave
• Paid Wellbeing Days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Holiday programme assistance

**Closing date | Ra Katinga:** 13 May 2024. PLEASE NOTE, this role may close early if suitable candidates are found.

**Position description:** https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

**Contact | Whakapa**: Kaylene Tahuhu, Team Coach on 027 310 0798 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.*