Organisation

Be Heard Tamariki Counselling

Purpose

Support tamariki to build emotional resilience in this group-based Term 4 programme. Full training and resources provided – help make a difference in local schools 💛📚

Description

Be Heard is expanding its in-school counselling services by launching a new group work programme to support children who do not meet the criteria for individual counselling sessions, but still need support to build emotional resilience 💬🧠

Be Heard provides individual counselling for children across seven primary and intermediate schools in Dunedin. Due to increased demand, a new group programme has been developed to extend this support. The organisation is looking for someone to lead a small group of six children through an eight-session programme during Term 4.

Full training will be provided, along with resources and supervision from the counselling team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to youth wellbeing in the local community 🌱💛

Requirements

Ideally, this role suits someone with experience working with children in this age group. Confidence in managing a small group and guiding tamariki through their workbooks is essential. The person will need to be approachable, inclusive, and committed to confidentiality and child safeguarding ✅

Time commitment

One programme requires a commitment of 2–3 hours per week during Term 4. Training will take place during the school holidays, with 1–2 days availability needed between 22 September and 3 October 📅

Background check

Police check required - Working with vulnerable children.

How to apply

Contact Kelly Macknight / kelly@beheard.org.nz

Please CC in volunteer@otago.ac.nz into your application email. Also, we have a great email template and helpful tips on making an effective application here: https://www.unicrewotago.org/aboutpriceless