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Home Visitor for Young Families

Whānau Āwhina Plunket

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Parenting in today’s world can sometimes be a challenge, particularly if families are apart from loved ones or finding it difficult to access community support. Parents might be coping with changing family dynamics, illness, parenting alone or juggling family commitments. Sometimes local support can help.

Tasks may include: Support with transition to parenting Companionship Emotional Support Parenting positively Support in household management - Developing household routines, light housework, meal prep, meal planning Linking families to community activities and services Play ideas

Requirements: Experience in parenting or experience with babies is required. A kind, empathetic and non-judgemental nature needed for this role. Needs to be physically fit and able to play with active young children and able to help with household tasks.

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment: We expect the role to take 2 to 3 hours of your time per week. Dates and times are negotiated with the family depending on your availability. Initial training takes 3 to 4 hours.