Life Skills Coach

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Help a neurodivergent young adult build confidence, independence and everyday life skills. 25–30 hours per week | Monday–Friday | $28–$32 per hour We're looking for someone who really gets him. Someone who can build a genuine connection, roll with the tougher days, laugh off the occasional inappropriate joke, and understand that Autism and ADHD don't look the same every day. This role is supporting an intelligent, funny and curious 18-year-old who is studying a fitness-related diploma. He loves politics, history, languages, board games, gaming, mountain biking and the gym. He'll happily disappear down a rabbit hole learning something new, but can also find it surprisingly hard to get out of bed, stay on task or remember the everyday things. That's where you come in. You'll help him build routines, cook a few meals, get to the gym, walk the dogs and develop the practical life skills that lead to greater independence. It's less about doing things for him and more about helping him discover what works for him. Having the skills and passion to help him with his studies (deadlines, study plans, or being alongside him while he learns from home) would add tremendous value. We're looking for someone who is calm, organised and encouraging. Someone who understands neurodiversity, enjoys building genuine relationships and knows how to motivate without becoming another parent. Hours We're flexible and would consider one person or two people sharing the role. Ideally, support includes weekday mornings (starting around 8:30–9:00am) for 2–3 hours, around 3 hours in the afternoon or evening, and one overnight stay each month on a Friday or Saturday. This totals approximately 25–30 hours per week in Raumati South. About Flying Kites Flying Kites helps disabled people across Aotearoa find support workers who are the right fit, not just available. We know the best support grows from genuine relationships, shared interests, and common values - because great support starts with the right connection. Help a neurodivergent young adult build confidence, independence and life skills through genuine connection, coaching and encouragement. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . Sign in to start saving jobs in your profile. Don’t have a Jora account? Register with: Do you want to receive recommendations for similar jobs? #J-18808-Ljbffr