Refugee Support Volunteer Levin

Join our Refugee Support Volunteer Team in Levin!

We are looking for more volunteers to join our team to support the arrival of former refugee families to Levin.

Role description

Help former refugees settle and feel at home in Aotearoa New Zealand. 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.

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.  

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.  

Location

Refugee Support Volunteers mostly serve out in the community based on the families needs. Volunteer training and meetings are hosted at the Red Cross Service Centre.

Volunteer requirements and training 

You’ll receive comprehensive training in how to give practical and social support, as well as intercultural practice. 

Training dates:

Our next training sessions:

Upcoming training series in February:

Part 1: Thursday 19 February, 10.00am to 3.00pm

Part 2: Friday 20 February, 10.00am to 3.00pm

REGISTER NOW

Training location:

Red Cross Shop Levin, 524 Queens Street East, Levin

For more information, or if you have any questions contact:
Narita Dixon
021 447 967
narita.dixon@redcross.org.nz 
Or pop by and see us:
524 Queen St East, Levin 5510