Make a Difference Through Volunteering
Volunteers are an important part of helping us make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community. There are many ways to contribute your time, skills, and experience. Below are some of the volunteer opportunities currently available, but we are always open to hearing from people who feel they may have something to offer our service. If you are interested in getting involved, we would love to hear from you.
Refugee Resettlement Volunteer
Each year, 750 former refugees come to New Zealand under the refugee quota. Families arrive in New Zealand and stay in the Mangere Refugee Resettlement Centre in Auckland for a 6 week orientation to the country. Families then move to their homes throughout New Zealand and are supported by a network of government and community groups. If you would like to support our Refugee Resettlement Coordinator, volunteers help with sorting, packing and transporting household items for house set ups.
For more information or to register your interest please email Carolyn at refugees@cadw.nz or phone: 021 754 145
To find out other ways you can be involved in the house set-up service please see our supporting refugee resettlement page.
Seasons for Growth Companion
If you are interested to train as a Seasons for Growth Companion to facilitate a course in one of the different age group programmes (ie Children, Young People, or Adults), we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Jess Ferroni, Seasons for Growth Trainer/Coordinator at: seasons@cadw.nz or phone: 021 374 405 or reception 027 4055 469 or 04 385 8642
Game On! Programme Facilitator
If you are interested to train to be a co-facilitator of our 8-week parenting programme for dads we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at: reception@cadw.nz or phone: 027 4055 469 or 04 385 8642
Volunteer Counsellors
We are seeking registered counsellors who are willing to offer some time on a voluntary basis to support people who may not otherwise be able to access counselling.
Many of the people who approach our service are looking for compassionate, values-based support, often from someone who understands or is comfortable working within a Christian or Catholic context. While this is part of our agency’s identity, we welcome expressions of interest from all suitably qualified counsellors who share a commitment to respectful, person-centred care.
This may involve supporting one client at a time or contributing occasional availability as part of a wider pool of volunteer counsellors. By offering even a small amount of time, you can help make counselling accessible to people experiencing financial hardship, isolation, stress, relationship challenges, or other difficult circumstances.
If you are interested in contributing your skills in a meaningful and practical way, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at: reception@cadw.nz or phone: 027 4055 469 or 04 385 8642