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Peer Support Worker Opportunity – Empower, Transform, and Bring Fullness of Life
Do you, or someone you know, have a passion for walking alongside others through life’s challenges? At Kua Mākona i Whakamaru (Crisis Recovery Café), we believe in the power of hope, compassion, and lived experience to make a real difference.
We’re looking for a Peer Support Worker to join our welcoming, supportive team. To best reflect and meet the needs of everyone we support, we’re keen to broaden the diversity of our team—especially welcoming interest from those who can help us connect with clients who may feel more comfortable with a female peer.
What we offer:
- A caring, non-clinical environment where your own journey and insights are valued.
- The chance to empower others, offering empathy, validation, and hope when they need it most.
- Support from a close-knit team, with opportunities to learn, grow, and share experiences.
- 32 hours per week, with a variety of shifts.
Who we’re looking for:
- People with lived experience of mental health or addiction challenges, who want to use their story to help others.
- Those who are compassionate, nonjudgmental, and able to walk alongside others in times of crisis.
- Individuals who value diversity and are comfortable working with people from all backgrounds.
- Qualified peer support workers, or those curious about starting this rewarding career (we’ll support you to learn and grow).
Interested? If this sounds like you—or someone you know—please send a CV and a cover letter telling us what draws you to this role and what you could bring to our team.
Email: workwithus@wcm.org.nz
Application closes on Monday 24 November at 12pm
Please note: we may review applications before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are able. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time before our closing date.