Van Assistant
Presbyterian Support
- Assist older clients to and from the Day Programme
- Responsible for client safety and reassurance during transportation
- Engage with clients, ensure they have necessary items for day
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Van Assistant/Day Programme Volunteer
Presbyterian Support
- Assist with dishes, afternoon tea, and activities in Day Programmes
- Van Assistant role involves transporting clients back to their homes
- No experience required, training provided; warm, caring personality needed
Community Engagement Coordinator Christchurch
Orange Sky New Zealand
- Christchurch Central, Canterbury
- Homeless
- Administration & Office Management, Governance, Boards & Committee, Marketing, Media & Communications
- Coordinate volunteer events and engaging communications
- Represent organization at events and speaking engagements
- Produce newsletters, support volunteers, and raise brand profile
Dog and Puppy Fostering Volunteers
SPCA NZ
- Foster dogs and puppies in need of loving homes
- Training, support, and supplies provided by SPCA center team
- Flexible time, space, transport, care, and experience requirements
MRCC Working Bee
Multicultural Recreation and Community Centre Charitable Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Volunteer for community center maintenance and improvement
- Tasks include gardening, cleaning, repairs, and maintenance work
- No experience needed, suitable for all backgrounds and ages
Youth Mentor
Family Works - PSUSI
- Spend 1-3 hours weekly with young person aged 8-15
- Engage in simple activities like arts, sports, and baking
- Must have NZ Drivers License and pass thorough vetting process
Cardboard Cathedral Shop Assistant & Guide
Christchurch Cathedral - Transitional managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Provide warm welcome to visitors in Transitional Cathedral shop
- Gain retail experience and learn about unique cardboard building
- Utilize local knowledge to engage with visitors and volunteers
Volunteer Van Assistant
Presbyterian Support managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist in transporting older clients to and from Day Programmes
- Clear communication skills with clients, some with dementia
- Minimum 3-month commitment, experience with older people preferred
Curtain Bank Helper
Community Energy Action managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Sorting and folding donated curtains for low income households
- Volunteer commitment of several hours per week on weekdays
- Located at 55 Ferry Road, Christchurch for community service
Volunteer Home Tutor
English Language Partners NZ Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Provide English language and settlement support to new migrants
- Training courses offered 3 times a year: February, June, August/September
- Commitment of one hour per week for six months preferred
Imagination Station Play Assistant
Imagination Station managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Provide friendly customer service and assist with cleaning tasks
- Maintain facility tidiness and assist visitors with queries
- Engage in building activities and encourage visitor participation
Red Cross Volunteer Retail Assistant - Manchester Street
New Zealand Red Cross managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Volunteer at Red Cross Shop Super Store in Manchester Street
- Morning and afternoon shifts available, specific days needed
- Friendly and reliable individuals required for retail and sales work
Vehicle Leader
Orange Sky NZ managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Maintain and troubleshoot van issues for repairs and maintenance
- Complete checklist, keep van clean, coordinate servicing and repairs
- Support team with vehicle-related issues, no in-depth vehicle knowledge needed
Community Driver Mentor
Salvation Army Community Driver Mentor Programme managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Support learner and restricted licensed individuals with driving barriers
- Volunteer as community driver mentor with minimum 2 years license
- Mentor paired learner licensed driver for 12-week program
Special Olympics Canterbury (SOC) Basketball Coach
Special Olympics Canterbury managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Coaching B and C teams at Parakiore Recreation Centre
- Monday evenings during the season from March to September
- Training provided; commitment to regular coaching sessions