Volunteer Support Worker

Organisation:
Victim Support
Category:
Social Support
Hours:
Evenings/Weekends
Location:
Gisborne

To provide personalised, emotional and practical support and information to people who are experiencing crime related trauma. This role can be done from home online.

Applications are online - new applications will be taken in March 2025 when we have a new database.

Requirements:

Volunteers need to be at least 18 years of age and a NZ resident. Note that all volunteers will under go police vetting prior to being accepted as a trainee.
We need people who are:

  • patient and a good listener
  • non-judgemental and can accept people as they are
  • able to build rapport with people who may have complex and varying needs, and resilient enough to help others under pressure
  • own laptop and wifii - a phone will be provided.

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

What to Expect:

  • an initial training programme over two weekends
  • being available at least 6 hours a week, which will include 4 hours on call and 1-2 hours to follow up with victims you are already supporting
  • regular ongoing training with your local team, usually in the evening
  • volunteering with us for at least 12 months, although you're not obliged to

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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