Programme Facilitator - Parenting through Separation

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 Levin office and, on occasion, our Manawatu office.

This is a casual role, for approximately 4-5 hours per month

About the Role

• Facilitate one course per month
• Each course runs for 4-5 hours, depending on participant needs
• All content is provided and aligns with Ministry of Justice guidelines

Sessions focus on:

• Understanding children’s needs during separation
• Communicating effectively with ex-partners
• Developing parenting plans and practical strategies

What We’re Looking For

• A warm, empathetic communicator who connects well with people from diverse backgrounds
• Experience or interest in group facilitation, especially in emotionally sensitive contexts
• Passion for empowering adults to make child-focused decisions
• Ability to create a safe, respectful space for open discussion

An unrestricted New Zealand driver’s license and use of your own vehicle will be required, along with a satisfactory police check.

Embody Our Values

• Kotahitanga (Unity) : Cultivate a sense of belonging through meaningful relationships with tamariki, rangatahi, colleagues, and the wider community
• Mahi Tōtika (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 (Empowerment) : Nurture growth and unlock potential in tamariki, rangatahi, and colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

Why Choose Barnardos?

• Be at the forefront of trauma-responsive youth care in New Zealand, contributing to groundbreaking programs
• 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 vulnerable young people

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 recruitment@barnardos.org.nz, in your email please quote the ID number:1699871

If you're someone who believes in the power of respectful parenting and wants to help families thrive, we’d love to hear from you.