With over 10 programs operating with the support of volunteers, we provide a variety of different volunteer opportunities, including positions supporting clients directly, supporting staff and other volunteers, but also supporting within our programs.
LEAD POSITIONS – Interested in a position that follows your passion and unique skills you have? Consider one of our Lead roles, allowing you to self-direct your opportunity.
SUPPORT POSITIONS – Interested in focusing on supporting staff and volunteers with activities? Consider one of our Support roles, allowing you flexibility to follow the lead of others, focusing on the activity provided.
PROGRAM POSITIONS – Interested in supporting our mission, and the programs directly? Consider a Program position supporting behind the scenes, allowing our programs to run smoothly.
Lead Position – Head Office
Volunteer Posting Description
Lead Position – Samaritan Place
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Program Position – Assisted Living
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Lead Position – Samaritan Place
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Program Position – Safe Harbour House/The Bridge
Program Position – Safe Harbour House/The Bridge
Support Position – Orca Place
Lead Position – Orca Place
Lead Position – Orca Place
Volunteer Posting Description
Lead Position – Orca Place
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Lead Position – Orca Place
Mel, one of our wonderful katimavik volunteers mans the check-in table at our AGM
Mel, one of our wonderful Katimavik volunteers at the check-in table at our AGM with our Bookkeeper Janice.
All individuals who apply to volunteer in a program, or to provide services to clients, are screened and require a criminal record check.
If you are interested in any of the above ways to serve, or have another idea to be involved as a volunteer, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Sara, at volunteercoordinator@iccare.ca or call our office at 250-585-5505
One of the most fun ways to support the work we do is through one of our events or campaigns. Here are a few of the regular ones where volunteers play a special part:
Two Coldest Night of the Year Volunteers!
Our largest fundraising event is our annual Coldest Night of the Year walk. We need walkers, drivers, organizers, team leaders, cooks, and registration desk volunteers.
We would love your help getting churches, local business, and anyone else to participate in the Blue Bank Campaign, our annual lead up to Thanksgiving, remembering the homes and families we are grateful for, and supporting those who do not have a home. Help us get the word out, or gather a group of your friends to show your thanks in a tangible way.
We welcome groups and individuals to host an event for a program that is special to you, or to help the whole society. Bake sales, silent auctions, board game tournaments—the options are endless! We call these “third party events” and we have guidelines to understand how it all works.
Long time volunteer Janet with Samaritan House program manager Ronell back in 2015 when Janet completed her volunteer training.
A short volunteer training program is normally offered for those interested in volunteering with us. Spurred by the current pandemic, we are developing on-line modules for volunteers to access this training, which should be ready in early 2021.
If you have worked with vulnerable adults in the past, or if you have experience in the field of medicine or social services, there may be an opportunity to help without the full ICCS volunteer training.
Volunteer opportunities to work alongside staff in ICCS programs is limited at this time to practicum students, professionals, and individuals already approved to work in these capacities.
A volunteer plants herbs at Newcastle Place
We are interested in deeper discussions with anyone with experience developing and implementing volunteer-based social enterprises, support groups, and recovery programs. One of our long-term goals is to provide more structured opportunities for mental health recovery, substance use recovery, and overall growth and thriving for our clients and also for our members, volunteers, and employees. Contact Richard, the Director of Development, to discuss how you might contribute to these strategic goals. rpowell@iccare.ca