Financial Mentor

Financial Mentor & Supervised Contact Coordinator – Full Time (1 FTE)

Location: Napier / Hastings, Hawke's Bay

Salary: Competitive

About Us

At Birthright Hawke's Bay Child & Family Care, we walk alongside whānau to help them thrive. For over 70 years, we've been a trusted, values-driven organisation supporting tamariki, rangatahi, and their families across Hawke's Bay.

Our values — Tūmanako (Hope), Whanaungatanga (Relationship), Pūkengatanga (Professionalism), Kaitiakitanga (Social Responsibility), and Tūturutanga (Integrity) — guide everything we do.

Why Are We Recruiting?

One of our team members is heading off on a new adventure in Australia We're looking for an energetic, compassionate, and skilled person to join us in a full-time dual role that combines Financial Mentoring and Supervised Contact Coordination.

This is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of whānau — helping families strengthen both their financial wellbeing and their relationships.

About the Role

This full-time position (1 FTE) combines two vital services:

• Financial Mentor (0.5 FTE): Support individuals and whānau to improve financial capability, manage debt, and work towards independence. You'll provide one-on-one financial mentoring and facilitate group Money Mates programmes.
• Supervised Contact Coordinator (0.5 FTE): Coordinate and manage supervised contact services, ensuring safe, child-centred interactions in partnership with the Family Court and other professionals.

You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary, values-led team committed to professional growth, collaboration, and excellent outcomes for children and families.

What You'll Bring

• Empathy and professionalism in supporting people under stress
• Strong organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lead and support a small team of Supervised Contact Supervisors
• Knowledge of family systems, child wellbeing, and financial capability
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and commitment to culturally responsive practice
• Computer literacy and sound record-keeping skills
• Full New Zealand driver's licence and access to a vehicle

Experience in financial mentoring, social services, or child/family work is an advantage, but full training as a Financial Mentor will be provided.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training to become a qualified Financial Mentor
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Internal and external professional supervision
• Ongoing professional development
• Competitive salary
• Mileage reimbursement
• Birthday leave – because you deserve it

How to Apply

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Applications close: 4.30pm, Monday 17th November 2025