Employment and Volunteers

Steps to becoming a volunteer at CAMH

Step 1

  • Take a look at the different types of volunteer opportunities offered at CAMH and select the program you would like to apply to. You can find an overview of the different Volunteer Programs here
  • Once you decide on a program, you can submit a volunteer application online or pick one up at our volunteer resource offices. 
  • Please remember to apply to only one Volunteer Program. Failure to do so will result in delayed processing of your application.

Step 2

  • Placements are based on a balance between staff and client needs and the volunteer’s motivations, abilities and interests.
  • Potential volunteers will be interviewed after their reference check is completed, to determine general suitability, as well as to identify a specific appropriate assignment. Coordinators will notify potential volunteers about the outcome of their interview.

Step 3

  • All volunteers must attend General Volunteer training prior to starting their placement

Step 4

  • Volunteers complete a pre-placement health screening that includes a two step TB test

Step 5

  • Volunteers attend a registration meeting where a confidentiality and service agreement are completed.

Step 6

  • Volunteers complete an orientation to their placement area and then  begin volunteering!

 

Want to Fill Out the Online Application?

To complete an application you first have to make a volunteer account and confirm the account through a link sent to your e-mail. Once you have confirmed your account, log in and select the appropriate application for the Volunteer Program you are interested in applying to. 

You can now fill out our online Volunteer Application Form 

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