Casual Support Worker

• Casual work with flexibility & variety based in Hamilton
• Earn up to $32.30 per hour join a supportive team
• If youre open to awake night shifts this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Here is an opportunity to work in the mental health and addiction sector while enjoying the flexibility of casual employment.

Pathways Mō mātou

Pathways is a leading national provider of community-based mental health addiction and wellbeing services in Aotearoa. Were all about transforming mental health and addictions through our Pathways (adult) and Real (youth) fact weve been doing it for 30 years supporting around 6000 people each year.

The Benefits Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Gain a free level 4 qualification
• Perk & Perk Plus discount app
• Earn up to $32.30 per hour
• An organization that believes in its purpose
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

The Role Mō tēnei tūranga mahi

Reporting to the Team Coach our casual roles provide cover for permanent Support Workers - the hours of work are not regular and are offered when they become available. Candidates available for awake night shifts are preferred. We operate 7 days a week.

If this sounds like you Here are some of the responsibilities required of you:

• Support people connect back with their community
• Support with cooking cleaning gardening and helping with everyday household tasks
• Assisting with budgeting and independent daily living
• Medication support where required
• Attending appointments and advocating for the people we support

You Mōu

• A current full New Zealand Driver Licence
• A current New Zealand first aid certificate or be prepared to obtain one
• Hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (or a recognised equivalent)
• Able to be flexible and available for varying shifts including awake night shifts
• Knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Māori and Pasifika are strongly encouraged to apply for this role. Lived experience is also valued.

Closing Date Rā Katinga:11 September 2026. Please note that this job might close sooner if preferred candidate is found.

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All new appointees require background checking. Under the requirements of the Childrens Act 2014 new employees that are identified as coming under this act are required to undergo further safety checks as part of the recruitment process.

Note: The Criminal History Check isExemptfrom The Clean Slate other words the Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position. Please declare any offences (even outside 7 years) in your application.

Pathways are committed to healthy lifestyles and actively support a smoke-free environment. We encourage people with experience of mental illness to apply.

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