Peer Support Specialist Full-time Job

Key points:

- Permanent, full-time role based in Manukau

- Support individuals on their well-being journey using lived experience

- Generous leave entitlements and benefits package

- Closing date for application: Monday, 13th January 2025

Job requirements:

- Current Peer Employment Training or Intentional Peer Support Training

- Completion of WRAP training

- New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or equivalent

- Knowledge of the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights

- Understanding and commitment to recovery principles

- Lived experience of mental illness

- Knowledge of mental health and NGO sector development

- Commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Job responsibilities:

- Support tangata whai ora living independently in the community

- Work alongside peer support workers and support workers

- Assist in finding suitable housing and medication support

Qualifications:

- Peer Employment Training or Intentional Peer Support Training

- Completion of WRAP training

- New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (NZCHW) or recognized equivalent

Skills:

- Strong commitment to recovery principles

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work in a team

Benefits:

- Increased Kiwisaver contribution

- Fifth Week of Annual Leave & Paid Wellbeing Days

- HealthNow Payment Card

- Holiday programme assistance

- Perk & Perk Plus discount app

How to apply:

- Send your resume and cover letter to penny.weston@pathways.co.nz