Volunteer Opportunities

Youth Helpline Counsellor

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Youthline is about young people supporting young people. The helpline uses text, phone and web-chat.

2025 Training Outline & Dates

Online training opens Monday 27th January 2025
Noho Marae: 15th and 16th February 2025
Online Training for the Content. Approximately 3.5 hours a week (but varies)
Six evening practice sessions (6:30 to 9pm):
For Wairau, Nelson-Tasman, Timaru and West Coast Volunteers: Online video session on Tuesdays - 18th Feb, 25th Feb, 4th Mar, 11th Mar, 18th Mar & 25th Mar.

For Ōtautahi Volunteers: In-person on Wednesdays - 19th Feb, 26th Feb, 5th Mar, 12th Mar, 19th Mar & 26th Mar.

This is a significant commitment of one evening per week, and for two years.

This is a fantastic opportunity for supporting other young people, and your own personal development.

Please check your spam in case our Volunteer Co-Ordinator emails (It may end up there!)

Please apply using this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/YouthlineCentralSouthIsland/YouthlineVolunteerInformationApplicationForm

Requirements:

Must have good listening and engagement skills with other young people. Need to have some maturity and able to deliver a professional service. Be able to show warmth, unconditional positive regard and a non-judgmental

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

One evening per week, for a minimum of two years.

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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