Volunteer

Opportunities

Volunteers are required to be victim services advocates and board members.  

Advocate

We are looking for men and women interested in becoming front line victim advocates to provide support, information and referrals to victims of crime or tragedy. 

We need individuals interested in a challenging and rewarding volunteer experience who are caring and non-judgmental with a sincere interest in helping victims move past their immediate trauma.

Potential volunteers must be willing and able to attend all mandatory training, pass an enhanced RCMP security clearance and commit to the time required of a Victim Assistance Volunteer Advocate.

If you are a mature adult, 18 years or older, with strong communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality we would like to talk with you! 

Minimum Requirements:

  • 18 years and older
  • Canadian citizen
  • Valid driver's license
  • Vehicle
  • Criminal reference check
  • RCMP security clearance

Commitment:

  • Minimum 72 hours per month on-call
  • Attend monthly meetings
  • Assist with fund raising and community awareness events
  • 40 hours of on-line training
  • Attend additional training as required

 

Board

Board members are required to set policies and procedures, determine budget, complete funding applications, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 18 years and older
  • Canadian citizen
  • Criminal reference check

Commitment:

  • Attend monthly meetings
  • Assist with fund raising and community awareness events

Application

  • Call 403-934-6552
  • Complete the application form below



Application Form

Board and Advocate Application From

I am interested in volunteering as a:



Advocate Application Process


  1. Contact the SRVSS office at 403-934-6552 and have a preliminary phone interview with the program coordinator.
  2.  Meet with the program coordinator to further explore the volunteer opportunity.
  3. Criminal Records Check.
  4. Panel interview.
  5. RCMP security clearance.
  6. On-line e-learning and supplemental training.

Strathmore Regional Victim Services Society  -  500 Westlake Road, Strathmore, AB  T1P 1M7  srvss7@gmail.com                           403-934-6552