Support Worker

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Wise Group is hiring two awake night shift support workers in Christchurch to join a 24/7 crisis respite team. Roles are Sun - Thu 11pm to 7:30am or Sun - Tue 11pm to 7:30am, with KiwiSaver contribution, a fifth week of annual leave after 12 months, paid wellbeing days, and one free meal per shift. You will focus on individual needs with culturally safe practice, manage admin notes and handovers, and support overnight cleaning and day shift prep. Requirements: Level 4 NZCHW or equivalent, current full driver licence, first aid cert (6400-6402) or willingness to obtain within 3 months, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge. In your cover letter, indicate vacancy preference and how your experience supports recovery and autonomy.

• 2 permanent awake night shift roles in Christchurch + national mental health provider
• Sun – Thurs 11pm – 7.30am or Sun – Tues 11pm – 7.30am
• Free meal per awake night shift + extra annual leave + 2 wellbeing days

Care for our tāngata whaiora during the night to ensure they have what they need.

The benefits | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

• Increased Kiwisaver employer contribution
• Fifth week of annual leave after 12 months
• Paid Wellbeing days (2 days a year)
• HealthNow Payment Card - $250 per year to support Health and Wellbeing for you and your whanau
• A wide range of discounts through our Perk & Perk Plus employee discounts app
• 1 free meal provided per awake night shift

Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi
2 Awake night shift vacancies are available in Christchurch. Let us know in your cover letter if you have a preference for a vacancy.

Vacancy 1 – Sun – Thurs 11pm – 7.30am
Vacancy 2 - Sun – Tues 11pm – 7.30am

We are looking for 2 experienced support workers to join our 24/7 crisis respite team. Our service offers short-term support to up to 5 guests at a time who are experiencing mental health distress, making it challenging for them to stay in their home environment. They come to us through their GP or mental health service.

On the awake night shift role, you’ll be there to lend a hand with everyday things like making meals and keeping the place tidy, as well as being a calm, steady support for guests while they focus on their wellbeing. Every shift is a chance to make a real difference in someone’s life.

You’ll also

• Focus on the individuals needs and provide culturally safe practice.
• Complete relevant administrative tasks, take comprehensive notes, provide effective handovers to the next shift, and support and collaborate with your colleagues.
• While they are asleep, you will be kept busy with other tasks like cleaning and supporting the day shifts with maintaining things like filing, first aid kits, emergency kits and preparation of paperwork. 

About You | Mōu
You’re a natural when it comes to caring and empathy and understand the power of working in a recovery-focused way, where individuals take charge of their own journey, making you an ideal fit for this role.

In addition

• You must hold the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognized equivalent
• hold a current and full drivers licence
• hold a current comprehensive first aid certificate covering units 6400, 6401 and 6402 or be willing to obtain one within 3 months of employment
• have knowledge of, and demonstrable commitment to, the principles of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Pathways | Mō mātou
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:   31 July 2026.   Please note, this advert may close if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Description:   https://www.wisegroup.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PW-Support-Worker.pdf

Contact: Franziska Kerdemelidis, Service and Relationship Manager on [email protected] 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.