Programme Facilitator - Parenting Through Separation Facilitator

Guide Families Toward Harmony: Become a Parenting Through Separation Programme Facilitator 'Parenting Through Separation' is a free informative programme to help parents focus on their children when separating and encourage them to make good parenting decisions where the children’s needs are paramount.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to facilitate the Ministry of Justice programme to small groups of parents from our Christchurch office and/or online via Zoom.

This permanent part-time role is 6 hours per fortnight, with additional hours regularly available.

In this role you will:

• Facilitate 4 programmes per month - 3 on a Thursday and 1 across 2 Tuesdays
• Ensure that the programme guidelines are adhered to at all times.
• Contribute to the planning delivery.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Knowledge, understanding and experience of supporting adult learning and child development.
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and ages.
• An understanding of the process of separation and the effects on families
• Previous experience and understanding of a wide range of societal and familial structures (e.g. whānau, hapu, iwi, Pasifika).

Embody Our Values

• Kotahitanga (unity): Cultivate a sense of belonging through meaningful relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, colleagues, and the wider community
• Mahi ōttika (excellence): Demonstrate unwavering integrity and purpose in all aspects of your work, striving for the highest standards of care
• Kaikōkiritanga (innovation): Drive positive change with creativity, constantly seeking new and effective ways to support tamariki and rangatahi
• Āta whakarongo (active listening): Let tamariki and rangatahi voices shape your approach, ensuring their perspectives are central to decision-making
• Māiatanga (mpowerment): Nurture growth and unlock potential in tamariki, rangatahi, and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

Why Choose Barnardos?

• Join a respected NGO with over 55 years of impact in child welfare and advocacy
• Supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau

About Barnardos Aotearoa 
Barnardos Aotearoa is a children’s charity working with tamariki and whānau to ensure every child in Aotearoa has the opportunity to thrive, no matter their circumstances. Our unique combination of social services, early learning, care services and counselling helpline provides the broadest range of child and whānau-centred services in Aotearoa. 

Each year, we work with more than 30,000 tamariki, rangatahi and whānau across the country. 

If you would like a copy of the position description please email [email protected]

Every day, we’re making a positive, long-lasting difference to children's lives.
Ready to create positive ripples? Apply now and let's transform young lives together!

We will commence interviews as applications are received.