Support Worker at Wise Group

Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Empathetic Listening, Activity Facilitation, Medication Management, Trauma-Informed Care, Meal Preparation, Clinical Collaboration, Mindfulness, Sensory Modulation

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Full-time role (32 hours per week) + Based in Whanganui Increased Kiwisaver contribution + Extra annual leave + Paid wellbeing days $250 for your wellbeing + Enjoy having Tuesday–Thursday off! Support guest wellbeing during PM shifts by offering a listening ear, facilitating activities, managing medications, and working closely with clinical teams About Pathways | Mō mātou As a leading mental health and addiction service in Aotearoa, we empower people to live full lives in their communities. We prioritise mental health while promoting overall wellbeing and strong whānau connections. Our commitment to personalised, recovery-focused support is reflected in our ‘whatever it takes’ wairua and spirit. The Benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou Increased Kiwisaver contribution Fifth week of annual leave (after 12 months’ employment) Paid wellbeing days (2 per year) HealthNow Payment Card – $250 per year to support health and wellbeing for you and your whānau Perk Plus discount app Financial holiday programme assistance Fantastic training and professional development opportunities The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Join our Whanganui Respite team and play a key role in promoting wellness during our PM shift. This role supports guests in a short-term residential setting and requires you to be fully present and actively engaged throughout the shift. You will support guests to enhance their individual wellbeing by: Providing an empathetic, respectful listening ear Facilitating on-site activities such as mindfulness and sensory modulation Managing medications safely and accurately Maintaining a welcoming, well-presented residence Preparing nutritious meals and ensuring a clean environment Working alongside and welcoming visiting clinical teams You will work from a trauma-informed lens and bring a calm, flexible personality with a can-do attitude. Your ability to remain positive and solution-focused in challenging situations will support optimal outcomes for our guests. You’ll be part of a motivated, wellbeing-focused team and receive coaching and mentoring from a highly experienced Registered Nurse who leads the service. Shift pattern: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday PM shift – 3:00pm to 11:30pm You | Mōu We are interested to hear from people who: Have a caring nature and work in a recovery-focused way Hold a current full driver’s licence Hold a current First Aid Certificate (or are willing to obtain one) Hold a Level 4 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing Position Description: Please copy and paste link into your browser: https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf Applications Close: 5 July 2026. Please note, this job may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Contact | Korero: Pauline Humm-Johnson, Team Coach at 027 256 5895 for any queries. 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.

Responsibilities

Provide wellness support to guests in a short-term residential mental health setting during PM shifts. Responsibilities include facilitating activities, managing medications, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance guest wellbeing.