Youth Mentor/Facilitator Position, Rangiora
Location: Rangiora
Hours: 37.5 hours, 8:30 am - 4.30 pm Monday to Friday
Hours: 37.5 hours, 8:30 am - 4.30 pm Monday to Friday
Mō mātou | About us
Community Colleges New Zealand (Comcol) is at the heart of the community. As a charitable organisation, it has been nurtured and managed by people who wholeheartedly care about making a real difference in the lives of those who need support to learn and grow in an environment that best suits them. With a vision and values that are entwined with the whakataukī of ‘poipoia te kàkano kia puawai’ (nurture the seed and it will blossom), Comcol is intent on creating better lives for our community.
Wellbeing, education, mentoring and a connected community is what we are all about.
We aim to provide an environment that creates opportunities for success in education, employment.
We have been initiating and partnering in some really cool and meaningful nature-based projects to ensure we continue into the future with relevant learning and practical real-world training opportunities. These projects include: urban food security, vegetable gardens, food forest, chicken coop and chickens, native seed bank, native plant nursery, native biodiversity corridor, predator control and pollinator pathways.
Wellbeing, education, mentoring and a connected community is what we are all about.
We aim to provide an environment that creates opportunities for success in education, employment.
We have been initiating and partnering in some really cool and meaningful nature-based projects to ensure we continue into the future with relevant learning and practical real-world training opportunities. These projects include: urban food security, vegetable gardens, food forest, chicken coop and chickens, native seed bank, native plant nursery, native biodiversity corridor, predator control and pollinator pathways.
Mò te tùnga | About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Youth Mentor/Facilitator. Ideal for an enthusiastic and non judgemental person who has a strong interest in working with young people 16-24 years old. The focus is on enabling success. Our mahi/work, along with important wider community support seeks to remove any barriers to success and create a better future for each and every young person we have the privilege of working beside.
We value our kaimahi/employees and the wide range of skills and experience they have. We want to hear from you if you:
We value our kaimahi/employees and the wide range of skills and experience they have. We want to hear from you if you:
- are enthusiastic, organised and enjoy working to support rangatahi/young people
- will contribute and work within a team to maintain a culture of positivity and an exciting learning environment
- are able to deliver training around job search, interview skills and other skills relating to gaining and maintaining further education or employment
- have the capability to plan, prepare and deliver learning sessions
- able to build relationships and form networks within the community
Ngà pùmanawatanga òu | What you will bring
- An understanding and interest in supporting young people to achieve
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- A mentoring and support approach within a team environment
- Competent computer skills
- A full driver’s licence
Our People, Culture, and Leadership - "Whiria te tàngata . Weave the people together"
Why join us?
From its inception, Comcol has always been a ‘people first’ organisation, with a clear focus on improving the lives of young rangatahi. All staff go above and beyond to help young people work on their personal and social development.
From its inception, Comcol has always been a ‘people first’ organisation, with a clear focus on improving the lives of young rangatahi. All staff go above and beyond to help young people work on their personal and social development.
- Self-directed leadership - Staff play to each other's strengths, support, and learn from one another. Innovative and solution-based approaches are encouraged.
- People First Culture - Comcol is extremely values-based and people-centered. Our integrity to help our rangatahi is unquestionable. Our young people are at the centre of everything we strive to achieve and celebrating our rangatahi's success is hugely rewarding.
- Strong Pathway & Development Support - We value staff learning new skills and understanding to meet the needs of our rangatahi. Providing opportunities for professional development and connecting with other community youth-focused organisations are fully supported.
- Supportive Leadership Environment - We encourage and support our staff to be the best they can be every day. Staff are treated as individuals rather than in a one size fits all approach.
Me pèhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Only applications received via the “Apply now” button on Seek will be considered. Please include a cover letter outlining your desire and suitability for the position as well as your current CV.
We will be doing rolling interviews, so don't delay or you may miss this opportunity!
NOTE: Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or have New Zealand permanent residency status or be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and satisfactorily complete a Police/safety check in line with our child protection policies.
We will be doing rolling interviews, so don't delay or you may miss this opportunity!
NOTE: Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or have New Zealand permanent residency status or be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and satisfactorily complete a Police/safety check in line with our child protection policies.
