Mentor and Supporter

6 days ago

Havelock North, New Zealand Allies Aotearoa Full time NZ$28,000 - NZ$37,000 per year

About the Role

We are seeking a warm, grounded, and reliable person to provide support and mentorship to Joemie, a deeply loved 22-year-old who lives at home with her mum in Havelock North.

This role is centred around guidance, connection, and practical life-skills support. It requires someone who can build a trusted relationship with Joemie, encourage her growth, and help her strengthen her independence—while always respecting her autonomy.

Flexibility is a critical component of this position. Some hours are fixed - the fixed hours are:

  • Tuesday 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm & Thursday 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

These fixed sessions account for five hours of work each week.

The remaining five hours per week will be planned on a fortnightly basis, depending on the family's schedule and Joemie's needs.

Ten hours per week is the agreed minimum weekly hours for the role – however, there will certainly be weeks when Joemie requires more support and you'll be offered additional support hours – these will be negotiated based on her needs for the fortnight ahead.


Key Responsibilities

  • Build a caring and respectful relationship with Joemie based on trust and mutual respect.
  • Provide support in a way that prioritises teaching, guidance, and skill-building, rather than taking over tasks.
  • Support Joemie to prepare simple, nutritious evening meals—including travelling with her to the supermarket to select ingredients.
  • Assist with basic household tasks such as vacuuming, changing bed linen, and light cleaning.
  • Help Joemie learn and maintain healthy boundaries and safe habits on social media.
  • Identify appropriate community activities or opportunities for engagement and accompany her to explore these.
  • Spend time with Joemie at home when she is not up to going out.

Essential Requirements

  • Flexibility – the family's schedule works on a two-week cycle and includes some fluidity; the successful applicant must be able to adapt accordingly.
  • Full NZ driver's license and access to a safe, reliable vehicle.
  • Reside in or near Havelock North.
  • A positive attitude and good sense of humour.
  • Strong initiative and the ability to work independently.
  • High emotional intelligence, with the ability to read situations, respond calmly, and support Joemie respectfully.

Employment Arrangements

There are two options available for employment structure: Contractor or Employee.

Option 1: Contractor

  • Paid $37 per hour.
  • Responsible for managing your own tax, ACC, GST (if applicable), sick leave, holiday pay, and other entitlements.
  • Required to submit invoices for payment.

Option 2: Employee

  • Employed under an Individual Employment Agreement outlining all terms and conditions of employment.
  • Paid $28–$30 per hour.
  • Entitled to statutory leave (holiday pay, sick leave, bereavement leave, etc.) as set out in the Employment Agreement.

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