Victim Services of
Waterloo Region

How to Volunteer

Victim Services of Waterloo Region is fortunate enough to have a fabulous compliment of dedicated volunteers who give their time freely. Without the help of our volunteers, the agency would be unable to provide quality services to the victims of crime and trauma in our Region. While our volunteers are top notch, we are always looking for additional volunteers to enhance our team! There are three types of volunteers: On Call, Team Leader and Board Member.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please fill out the following VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM and submit to vswr@wrps.on.ca.

For more information on how to apply please contact us.

Qualifications

On Call Volunteer

• Must be willing to commit to one year of service.
• Must be willing to commit to a minimum of four shifts per month.
• Must be willing to attend regular Volunteer meetings.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence, liability insurance and reliable transportation.
• Must successfully complete an interview, reference and criminal records check, online learning modules, as well as the 60hour volunteer training program.
• Must be nineteen years of age or older.
• Must be capable of maintaining confidentiality.
• Must be able and willing to work as a team member.
• Must have problem solving skills.
• The ability to speak an additional language is a definite asset.

Team Leader

• Must have been a On Call Volunteer for a period of one or more, years and be eligible to continue as such (see  On Call Volunteer Qualifications).
• Must be willing to commit to a year of service.
• Must be willing to commit to four shifts per month.
• Must be able to attend regular Team Leader meetings.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
• Must successfully complete the Team Leader Training Orientation Program.