Casual Peer Support Specialist, Auckland

Be part of a great team by showing your Peer Support values Use your lived experience to support guests on their journey to well-being Bring your lived experience with mental health and/or addiction to inspire our Tāngata Whaiora in their recovery journey. 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.Tupu Ake, our peer-led service in South Auckland, was one of the first mental health and wellbeing peer support services of its kind in New Zealand. Our beautiful 1912 villa in Papatoetoe has always been a place of healing and rest. It was initially a homestead, then a convent, and a rest home, before being renovated for Pathways in 2008, becoming Tupu Ake. The peaceful, park-like garden provides a quiet setting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.Our six core values of Peer Support are: Mutuality, Experiential Knowledge, Self-determination, Participation, Equity, Hope, and Well-being. New competitive hourly rates Ongoing training and support for your role and career development A great team environment working within an organisation that believes in its purposeA supportive work environment where work-life balance is encouraged, people are valued, and innovative solutions are embraced EAP support services The Role | Mō tēnei tūranga mahi Casual roles are available to cover leave for permanent Peer Support Specialists. The hours are variable and are offered as they become available. We operate 24/7 in our Tupu Ake service.Shift options include: Day Shifts: 7.00am - 3.30pm Afternoon Shifts: 3.00pm - 11.30pm Night Shifts: 11.00pm - 7.30am You will report to the Team Coach and join our Pathways Auckland peer-led support team, which provides an alternative to hospital admission and can accommodate up to 12 guests. The team is composed of peersupport specialists, all sharing the goal of supporting individuals experiencing mental illness.You | Mōu: We are interested in hearing from peers with a period of wellness and experience working in a recovery-focused way for our Tupu Ake service. You’ll also have: A current peer employment training (PET) certificate A NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or a recognised equivalent,or be willing to start studying towards this within six months of employment (to be completed within two years). We support workers in completing this study.A WRAP training certificate A full NZ driver’s licence A current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one Knowledge of, and commitment to, the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Closing Date: Wednesday, 14th May 2025. Please note, the role may close early if a suitable candidate is found.Position Description: Contact: Joe Bishop, Team Coach - Peer, at for questions. For more information, visit Pathways is committed to healthy lifestyles and actively supports a smoke-free environment. We encourage people with lived experience of mental illness and addictions to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr