Volunteer Jasper

Volunteers & Volunteering In Jasper

 

Council members

Members of the Jasper Adult Learning Council are a group of community members at large who volunteer their time, skills and commitment to lifelong learning. Our council members provide input and help to determine the programs and services offered by the Jasper Adult Learning Council. The board is also the local representative to the provincial government for the funding that is provided to Jasper. Our council members can positively affect our community with their time and commitment.

To see a listing of all directors click here

 

If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors for the Jasper’s Adult Learning & Literacy Council,
please submit a letter of interest to:

Leslie Dolan

Chairperson, Jasper Adult Learning
P.O. Box 1509
Jasper, AB
T0E 1E0

or send an email to: calcinfo@jaspercalc.ca

 

Tutors

If you can read this, help someone who can't.

Tutors play an important role in our Literacy Program. Using their own skills and knowledge, tutors provide students with encouragement, support and instruction.

Programs include English Language Learning (ELL) and Literacy Skills upgrading for those with English as their first language.

Professional development and training opportunities are available for our tutors.

Tutors are asked to commit 2-4 hours per week with their student.

Share the gift of literacy with someone. Gain experience in language instructions. Tutors learn a variety of learning strategies and tools to facilitate the learning process. The Training Program provides tutors with skills to assist others - great practice for teaching oversees.

 

Other Opportunities

Jasper Adult Learning and Adult Literacy are involved in organizing a variety of activities and events that educate our community in diverse ways. We are open to receiving a time commitment, even a small one, from anyone wishing to contribute their time and energy for any of our events. Some of our activities that depend on our valuable volunteers include:

  • 16 Days of Activism
  • International Women's Day
  • Senior's Computer Club
  • Senior's Week Activities
  • National Volunteer Week
  • Community Kitchen

Please call 852-4418 or email us at: calcinfo@jaspercalc.ca or drop by our office to check out current opportunities.

 

Volunteer Board

Position Title: Volunteer Visitor

Organization: Alpine Summit Seniors Lodge

Mission Statement: The purpose of the Evergreens Foundation Housing is to provide an affordable housing environment that promotes quality of life and independence in a respectable and supportive manner.

Reports To: Kari, Activity Coordinator

Purpose: To enhance residents quality of life

Key Responsibilities: Spend one-on-one time with residents and provide support in accessing community ie. Field trips, etc.

Qualifications: Compassion, reliability, ability to work independently, patient, creative, caring

Other Language(s) Required: Knowledge of another language will be an asset, but no necessary

Requirements: Criminal Record Check

Reimbursements: N/A

Training & Support: Orientation of organization

Benefits to Volunteer: Contributing to society, gaining better understanding of the challenges of aging, making a difference in the life of a senior, companionship, work experience for resume.

Time Commitment Required: None

Time/Day of Week: Flexible

Location: 509 Turret Street

Contact: Kari, Activity Coordinator, ph: 780-852-4881

 

Position Title: Events, Fundraising, and Outreach Support Volunteer

Organization: HIV West Yellowhead

Mission Statement: HIV West Yellowhead is committed to creating supportive environments for those at risk, those infected and those affected by HIV/AIDS, STIs and Hepatitis C. We will increase the capacity within our communities through leadership, education, advocacy and fundraising.

Reports To: Bridgette, Volunteer Coordinator

Purpose: Volunteers are essential to the successes of the operation of HIV West Yellowhead.

Key Responsibilities: Volunteer opportunities include preparing health packages, research, fundraising, poster creating and distribution, labelling and distributing condoms, event planning, and peer support education.

Qualifications: Ability to work independantly and show initiative.

Other Language(s) Required: Knowledge of another language will be an asset, but not mandatory.

Requirements: none

Reimbursements: N/A

Training and Support: Initial orientation and training and on-going support

Benefits to Volunteer: Volunteering looks great on a resume and it's a great way to meet new people while having fun. We have a very rewarding Volunteer Incentive Program that turns volunteer hours into points so you can shop in a catalogue full of amazing prizes donated by the business community.

Time Commitment Required: none

Time/Day of Week: Flexible

Location: Varies depending on volunteer position

Contact: Bridgette, Volunteer Coordinator; ph: 780-852-5274; email: hivvolunteers@incentre.net

  

Position Title: Activity Coordinator

Organization: Pine Grove Manor

Mission Statement: Evergreen Housing is to provide citizens with affordable housing alternatives that promote quality of life.

Reports To: Housing Manager

Purpose: To arrange social gatherings for the residents such as potluck socials, movie nights, cookie bakes, catered dinners, etc.

Key Responsibilities: To coordinate social gatherings for the residents which may include preparing ingredients for catered dinners, assisting in cooking, setting up movie/slide show nights.

Qualifications: Ability to prepare food and show great initiative.

Other Language(s) Required: N/A

Requirements: N/A

Reimbursements: N/A

Training and Support: Orientation to building facilities

Benefits to Volunteer: Reference, giving back to the community, making a difference to the lives of seniors.

Time Commitment Required: Once a month

Time/Day of Week: Flexible

Location: 720 Geikie Street

Contact: Donnelly Hart, Housing Manager ph: 780-852-5000

 

Position Title: Sorter/Cashier

Organization: Jasper United Church Thrift Shop.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to create a caring community of faith for people of all ages.

Reports To: Lee Chorley

Purpose: Fundraising to operate the church and to provide assistance to the community through outreach.

Key Responsibilities: Handling cash and sorting donations

Qualifications: Self motivated, honest, ability to work independently

Other Language Required: N/A

Requirements: N/A

Reimbursements: N/A

Training and Support: Orientation and training by shop partner

Benefits to Volunteer: Opportunity to meet people and a chance to give back to the community, possibility of spiritual reconnection.

Time Commitment Required: Cashier position: once a month for six months Sorter: No time commitment necessary

Time/Day of Week: Cashier Position: Mon and Wed Evenings Sorter: Mondays

Location: Corner of Turret Street and Miette Avenue

Contact: Call the office at 780-852-4334 or Lee 780 852 5908

 

Position Title: Meals on Wheels/Assisting with recreational activities for clients

Organization: Seton General Hospital

Mission Statement: To provide a patient focused, quality health system that is accessible for all Albertans

Reports: Administrative Assistant

Purpose: To enhance the quality of life for clients and residents

Key Responsibilities: Meals on Wheels: to distribute meals to clients (vehicle required) Recreation Programs: varies depending on program

Qualifications: Good communication skills

Other Language(s) Required: N/A

Requirements: Criminal record check, two references, up to date immunizations, and must sign a confidentiality form.

Reimbursements: N/A

Training and Support: Initial orientation and training

Benefits to Volunteer: References, future job opportunities, giving back to the community

Time Commitment Required: N/A

Time/Day of week: flexible

Location: 518 Robson Street

Contact: Sandy Middleton, Administrative Assistant ph: 780-852-3344

 

Position Title: Library Assistant

Organization: Jasper Municipal Library

Mission Statement: Community information and cultural centre, a stimulation of new ideas and a Center for continuing education for patrons of all ages.

Reports To: Library Staff

Purpose: To assist patrons and library staff in library operation

Key Responsibilities: Shelving, shelf reading, assisting patrons on computers, help with children programming, helping staff with library bulletin boards and displays.

Qualifications: Good communication skills, good interpersonal skills, an understanding of library systems

Other Language(s) Required: N/A

Requirements: Criminal Record Check if working with kids programming must
sign confidentiality agreement (volunteers may not discuss or disclose what
materials patrons take out or internet sites they visit).

Reimbursements: N/A

Training and Support: Orientation to Library and supervision by staff

Benefits to Volunteer: Annual Christmas party, Volunteer Appreciation Week Events, free membership of volunteered 20 hours.

Time Commitment Required: One hour person session for minimum of ten hours

Time/Day of Week: Flexible

Location: 500 Robson Street

Contact: Judy Krefting ph: 780-852-3652

 

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