Refugee Support Volunteer – Lower Hutt
Join our Refugee Support Volunteer (RSV) team in Lower Hutt!
Role description
Refugee support volunteers work in teams to provide support for former refugees as they embark on their resettlement journey. Teams are supported by New Zealand Red Cross staff and other volunteer. The teams are decided upon volunteer availability, and we also try to match people with complimentary skills.
Refugee support volunteers may work directly with vulnerable people, including former refugees, older adults and children.
Your Tasks
You’ll be helping people navigate life in a new country, which might include:
- Setting up a home for a family or individual before they move in.
- Connecting people with schools, English classes, GPs, and other services.
- Helping the family navigate the city or town using public transport.
- Learning about another culture and sharing your own.
- Being a friendly, welcoming presence.
Volunteer requirements and training
You’ll receive comprehensive training in how to give practical and social support, as well as intercultural practice. The training takes approximately 6 hours and is delivered over several evenings and/or weekends. Sometimes training courses are offered during the day.
You’ll need to be familiar with your local area, open to working cross culturally, be resourceful and good at taking initiative. You’ll need to be flexible. There are no set shift times for this role. The time you spend with a family will vary week to week. You will share responsibilities with your team depending on your availability.
If you want a rewarding experience where you can gain new skills, foster a positive and inclusive local community and meet new people, join us as a refugee support volunteer.
Health, Safety and Wellbeing (HSW)
You'll need to follow our Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies and procedures, which will be advised during training.
Apply Online on the Red Cross website
To apply go to our website and choose Get involved > Volunteer in New Zealand > Find a Volunteer Role > Refugee Support Volunteer > Wellington > Lower Hutt – Hutt Central