Casual Support Worker

We are now seeking skilled and caring casual Support Worker to join our team of employees that work at our Te Wairua (co-existing disorders) residential service based in Kamo, Whangarei.

The ideal applicants will have:

• Ideally, but not essential, a level four (or working towards) certificate qualification in an appropriate social      service area
• A willingness to embrace the Therapeutic Community (TC) model
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience or exposure to working in the AOD / mental health field
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Proven reliability and flexibility in regard to ongoing availability and the days you can work
• Maturity, reliability, honesty and common sense
• A full driver’s license

Please note that this is a casual role that may involve some weekend, evening and possible overnight work. Hours completed during these periods will be paid at a premium rate based on our unsocial hours allowance.

We also offer

• $28.56 to $32.48 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Unsocial hours allowance for work afterhours shifts
• Free meals and fruit + paid lunch break
• A dynamic and supportive team who are passionate about what they do

More about us:

Odyssey has supported thousands of New Zealanders whose lives are affected by alcohol, drug or other addiction challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that everyone living in New Zealand should have the opportunity to live life to the fullest, to feel hopeful about their future and to have meaningful relationships with friends and whānau.

To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter, and complete the additional information questionnaire online. For all enquiries, please contact Michelle in the People and Capabilities team on [021 578262](tel:021 578262).

Closing date: 1 October 2026

Please note that Police and Oranga Tamariki clearance checks are required for this role. Odyssey is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We particularly encourage applications from Māori and Pacific Peoples.

For a copy of the Job Description visit 2026-sept---pd-support-worker---casual.pdf