Group Programme Mentor

Big Buddy; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community mentoring organization in Wellington is seeking mentors to support young people through activities that promote growth and self-awareness. Mentors will engage in training, weekly meetings, and a wilderness camp, fostering a safe and caring environment while leading by example. This role is ideal for those committed to making a positive impact in the lives of youth.

Qualifications

• Availability for training and weekly meetings.
• Reasonable level of fitness for outdoor activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and support young people's growth.
• Maintain a safe environment during all activities.
• Participate in training and the wilderness camp.

Job description

Overview

Lead by expert facilitators and outdoor instructors, you will participate in activities alongside the rangatahi, acting as a positive role model and helping to create a safe and caring environment for participants.

Programme structure

During 7 weekly catchups, rangatahi will take part in various experiences designed to help them build relationships, improve their wellbeing and understand themselves better. The programme concludes with rangatahi and men attending a 4-day wilderness camp. Here, their strengths, self-confidence, resilience, and coping strategies are further developed through a number of challenges and activities while out in nature. We know this will be a memorable and impactful journey for the young people and the mentors alike.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example by sharing life experiences (positive and negative) to support the young people’s participation and growth.
• Participate in training, the 7 weekly Sunday meetings, and the 4-day wilderness camp.
• Help maintain a safe and caring environment for rangatahi during all activities.

Commitment and requirements

• Availability for training, 7 weekly Sunday meetings, and the end-of-program camp.
• Reasonable level of fitness due to the outdoor nature of the programme.

Selection and expectations

• All candidates will go through a selection process to ensure suitability for Big Buddy and that the organisation is right for them.
• The selection process includes police vetting, reference checks and an interview.
• We aren’t looking for superheroes; we are looking for good guys from our community who care and want to mentor.

Closing

We look forward to hearing from you and having you join us on this rewarding journey of mentorship and personal growth. Together, we can make a lasting positive difference in the lives of many young people.