Arataki Ministries provide community mental health and addiction services in Whangarei and the wider Northland area. We currently have casual vacancies for Residential Support Workers based at our 24/7 6-bed flatting style community Intensive Supported Rehab facility located in Whangarei. Casual positions are based on a as and when needed basis covering staff sick leave and annual leave etc the shifts will be a range of AM, PM, and Nocte shifts Applicants must be willing to cover Nocte shift as well as AM and PM.

We endeavour to make a real difference for people with mental illness who would otherwise have a long stay in the acute mental health ward but whose special needs can be met in a community/NGO setting with style, innovation and a strengths focus. 

 The successful applicant will:

Ø  Have completed the Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions (L4) or equivalent,

Ø Be available to cover Nocte shifts, which require staff to remain awake throughout the night.

Ø  Have a sound knowledge of working with people with mental health and addiction issues and have a recovery and strengths focus

Ø  Have common sense and ability to work as a member of the team and autonomously

Ø  Have knowledge of community resources available is highly desirable

Ø  Have good communication skills; verbal and written

Ø  Have strong computer skills

Ø  Have a full and clean driver’s licence

Ø  Have a clear police record

Please note we will conduct interviews for suitable candidates as they come to hand prior to closing date.

 Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

 Your application, a current CV and a cover letter should be emailed to [email protected]  or dropped in at our head office at 5 Wolfe Street, Whangarei.

 Applications close 5pm 13 November 2026