Youth Settlement volunteer - Palmerston North

New Zealand Red Cross; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking volunteers for the Youth Settlement Volunteer Team in Palmerston North. The role involves supporting young former refugees as they adapt to life in New Zealand by providing supervision and creating an inclusive community environment. Volunteers must commit to at least two events per term for two terms or more.

Qualifications

• Energetic and caring individuals ready to support young former refugees.
• Commitment to support at least two events per term for two terms or more.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for children and young people.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive space through community-based activities.

Job description

Join our Youth Settlement Volunteer Team in Palmerston North!

We’re on the lookout for energetic, caring people to welcome, support, and help young former refugees settle into life in Palmerston North.

Role Description

As a Youth Settlement volunteer, you may also be supporting the young people to navigate everyday challenges and adapt to life in Aotearoa New Zealand. Volunteers commit to support at least two events a term for two terms or more.

Youth Settlement volunteers empower rangatahi, provide safe environments and help create spaces where young people can thrive.

Your Tasks

• Provide supervision for children and young people
• Help create a welcoming and inclusive space for refugee-background young people through community-based activities

Training dates are yet to be confirmed. For more information on training please contact Veronika 021 532 490, [e-mail] (Volunteer Trainer).