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Volunteer

We love our volunteers!

The Saint John Family Resource Centre works with volunteers to build a better, healthier community. Together we make things happen. Become a champion for your community by joining our team!

If you have skills in any of the following areas, we would love to meet you:

  • Board Members
  • Committee Members
  • Program Support (see below)
  • Fund Raising
  • Toy Cleaning

Volunteer your time and talent, attend a special event, partner with us or donate. Above all, as a volunteer (whatever your contribution) you will be an important member of our team. We will work together to find the position that suits you.

Please contact us for more information. All volunteers must provide a police criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check. In addition, you must complete an application form and sign a confidentiality agreement.

You can also complete the following form and someone will be in touch when required:

PROGRAM SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS:

Are you interested in working with parents and children 0-6 years old? 

We are looking for people who are passionate about:

  • giving children the best possible start in life
  • supporting parents
  • interacting with families from many different backgrounds
  • taking on new challenges
  • demonstrating professional work skills and boundaries

Volunteers:

  • Assist Program Coordinators 
  • Promote programs for parents and young children in their community

This is an opportunity to build skills and experience towards volunteer and paid work in early childhood and community development. It includes:

  • An intake interview
  • Training and orientation sessions
  • A volunteer assignment 
  • Regular check-ins and performance reviews
  • Planning your next steps in education and employment

Volunteers must provide a current police record check and Vulnerable Sector Check (Department of Social Development).

Training and participation takes place virtually (online) and in-person.