Trauma talks facilitator Volunteer

We are seeking compassionate and committed volunteers to help facilitate the Trauma Talks programme within prisons and/or community settings. This programme creates a safe and supportive space for incarcerated men and individuals in the community to explore the impact of trauma on their lives.

Key Responsibilities
1. Co-facilitate group sessions and guide participants through programme material.
2. Model compassion, empathy, and non-judgment in all interactions.
3. Encourage reflective dialogue and support participants in developing insight, healing, and self-awareness.
4. Provide feedback on session outcomes and contribute to programme improvement.

Impact of the Role

1. By supporting this programme, facilitators help:
2. Increase participants’ understanding of trauma and its effects.
3. Reduce shame and foster greater capacity for healing.
4. Empower incarcerated individuals to break cycles of violence and build resilience.
5. Contribute to the vision of creating trauma-informed prisons and communities.

Time Commitment:- Approximately 3–4 hours per fortnight, including preparation, facilitation, and debriefing.

What We’re Looking For
1. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and emotional resilience.
2. Experience in facilitation, counselling, social work, or community work is an advantage (but not essential).
3. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and collaborate within a team.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with judiciary matters on an on-call basis. This role is activated only when incidents are referred to the Judiciary by the Committee or as required by NZRL laws. Responsibilities include:

1. Receiving allegations/complaints from Rugby League Committees
2. Calling and arranging judicial hearings (in person or online) within 48–72 hours
3. Conducting hearings in line with NZRL & MRL Judicial Guidelines
4. Publishing and communicating hearing outcomes

Location:- Palmerston North

Volunteer Opportunity: Showroom Welcomer & Lid Sorting Assistant

We are seeking friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to welcome visitors to our showroom, Monday to Thursday, between 9am and 4pm. Times are flexible to suit the volunteer.

Duties include answering basic questions—mainly around recycling. Visitor numbers are low, making this role ideal for students or those working remotely.

Volunteers are also invited to assist our Lid Sorting Team on Thursdays at 11am. No phone work or cleaning required. Shifts are 3 hours and negotiable.

Fluency in English and an interest in sustainability or environmental issues essential.

We are seeking volunteers for four key support roles: **Admin** – tracking patients, staff, and vehicles, and ensuring paperwork is completed; **Comms** – handling specialist communications within a Command Unit; **Welfare** – looking after staff wellbeing, ensuring they are fed and hydrated; and **Logistics** – assisting with the movement and supply of essential resources. Police, Child and Young Person, and driver licence checks will be required.

We are seeking volunteers to make regular phone calls to individuals who are lonely or housebound, offering a friendly chat and connection. A landline phone is required, as the role is not suitable for mobile calls. Volunteers must speak clear, fluent English, as many clients have hearing impairments. Reliability and commitment are essential, as the role is about building a trusted relationship over time. This small but meaningful commitment can help people feel less isolated and support them to live independently at home for longer.

🏀 Volunteer Team Manager Needed – Special Olympics Basketball

We’re seeking a dedicated volunteer Team Manager to support our Special Olympics basketball teams in the Lower North Island. This behind-the-scenes role is essential in helping our inclusive, high-functioning athletes succeed both on and off the court.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist with event coordination and communication
2. Manage equipment and uniforms
3. Handle registrations, attendance records, and liaise with the treasurer
4. Support budgeting and basic financial tracking
5. Attend monthly meetings when possible
6. Help build a fun, inclusive environment focused on teamwork and personal growth

Requirements:

1. Available Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30pm (approx. 8 hours/month)
2. Organised, proactive, and confident in admin and communication
3. Comfortable supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities
4. Willing to register with Special Olympics Manawatu and complete Police Vetting
5. A full driver’s licence is helpful but not essential

Volunteer Basketball Coaches Wanted

We’re looking for two volunteer coaches to support our inclusive basketball teams made up of athletes with autism or developmental delays. These are high-functioning, competitive players who thrive in a fun, team-focused environment.

Training: Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30pm (one team until 7:30pm from June)

Location: Lower North Island (with travel to tournaments)

Meetings: Every 2nd Monday evening (optional)

Games: Occasional Saturdays

We’re after people who:
✅ Know basketball well
✅ Are flexible, enthusiastic, and open to challenges
✅ Can communicate clearly and coach by example
✅ Understand or are willing to learn about intellectual disabilities
✅ Have a full driving license and a current first aid certificate (or willing to obtain)

Volunteering Opportunity for Feilding, Manawatu

We’re seeking a volunteer to read to a group of Under 5’s on Fridays from 10:00 to 10:30 am.
A police check will be carried out. Tea and coffee will be provided for the volunteer.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist with our Under 5’s group on Wednesdays in Feilding,
helping with set-up (9:30 am), interacting with children and families, and packing up (11:30 am).
Tea and coffee provided. A police check is required.
Location :- Feilding

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to support primary school children in developing self-esteem and confidence through small group activities. Volunteers will play a key role in fostering emotional growth and helping children enhance their social skills, enabling them to become compassionate members of their families, schools, and communities. The role includes following a structured training plan, providing feedback on activities, and maintaining strict confidentiality. While experience in counseling or working with trauma is advantageous, it is not essential. Volunteers must be able to communicate effectively with primary-age children, adhere to school rules, and maintain professional boundaries. Training will be provided prior to engagement.

We are looking for volunteers to serve as ambassadors, raising awareness of our free reading and writing services in the local community. Volunteers will build relationships with local organizations, distribute promotional materials, and advocate for our services at events, community centers, and businesses. Applicants should be at least 16 years old, have strong communication skills, and be proactive, creative, and passionate about literacy and their community.

We are seeking volunteers to assist with tasks including sorting clothes, arranging displays, and providing general customer service. A police vetting check may be necessary. The schedule is flexible, with opportunities available on Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

Location: Manawatu