Job/Volunteer Opportunities
There are several ways to apply for positions with the APBVSA. Use the following links to learn more about how you can apply today.
Listed below are Job/Volunteer Opportunities accepting applications.
Job Opportunities
- Assistant Coordinator - 2011-11-21
Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteer Advocate - 2011-11-09
- Volunteer Advocate Rainbow Lake & Assumption - 2011-06-07
REQUIREMENTS FOR VOLUNTEER VICTIM SERVICES ADVOCATE/SUPPORT WORKER
- Canadian Citizen/Landed Immigrant
- 18 years or older
- Police Enhanced Security Clearance
- Valid drivers license (mandatory in most areas but not all)
- Successful interview process
- Ability to attend all mandatory training sessions
- Desire to assist victims of crime and tragedy in your community
Skills:
- Strong listening skills
- Compassionate
- Ability to work within the policies and procedures of the governing Police Service
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
How do I apply?
Download the Pre Application and fax or drop off to your local Police Detachment or Police Service Program. Visit Looking for your Local Victim Services Program? on this website for a listing of all Victim Service programs throughout Alberta for addresses and fax numbers. Once reviewed by the Program Manager, you will be contacted and given the details of the program application process.
PLEASE BE ADVISED: This can be a very lengthy process, depending on criteria of the individual program and governing police service. Individual victim service programs can give you a more accurate time line for their process.
THE INTERVIEW:
Most interviews are based on interpersonal skills, sensitively, decision making, communication, integrity, and motivation. Some sample questions you may be asked:
- What are your reasons for wanting to work with victims of crime and trauma?
- What does emotional support mean to you, and how do you support someone in this way?
- One goal of victim services is to empower individuals as they advance through the criminal justice system. What does empowering mean when it comes to helping victims through a personal crisis?
- What skills do you have that will assist you in your role as a victim services volunteer worker?
- What is the difference between “rescuing” someone in crisis and “empowering” someone in crisis?
REQUIREMENTS FOR A VICTIM SERVICES BOARD MEMBER
- Minimum 18 years old
- Previous board experience an asset but not necessary
- Willing to attend monthly meetings; help with grant applications and contribute to fundraising events
- Be open to participating in other projects or committees for VSU events
- Be willing to work in partnership with the local Police, the Victim Services Coordinator and AB Solicitor Victims Services Branch
- The board of directors of a not for profit VSU program is responsible for the governance the program. In general terms this means that the board is responsible for providing strategic planning for the program, and developing and implementing program policy. Board members should be or must become knowledgeable about the program and its financial affairs. The board has a heightened duty of care with respect to the protection of its charitable properties.
- 1-2 hours per month commitment; additional time maybe required for planning and implementing VSU events
- Contact your local RCMP or Municipal Police Service and ask for Victim Services for more information. They will be able to provide you with full information .
How do I apply?
Download the Pre Application and fax or drop off to your local Police Service. Visit Looking for your Local Victim Services Program? on this website for a listing of all Victim Services programs throughout Alberta for addresses and fax numbers. Once reviewed, you will be contacted by the Program Manager.