Interested in Volunteering? Read below for current positions!

We have opportunities for adults in the community to volunteer, whether with our adult clients, with Calgary and area youth, or in a more general capacity. As we do not have a volunteer coordinator, the volunteer program is tended by a number of program and administrative staff, who develop and manage volunteer positions to encourage community involvement in the agency. To become a volunteer:

Please complete the Volunteer Application Form linked below, and send them to the contact person listed with the position.
The program contact person will call or email you to arrange for an interview, where you will need to provide 3 references and complete the applicable clearance forms (including providing copies of specific identification). There is no cost to the volunteer for record check processing.
Once screened and selected, the next step requires the new volunteer to complete an Orientation Session and an Education Session on the criminal justice system. Each of these sessions are approximately 1.5 hours long and are typically scheduled every 4-6 weeks.
Volunteers receive position-specific training prior to commencing active volunteering.
Please keep in mind that it takes a month or more to complete the screening and orientation requirements, due to scheduling of orientation sessions and processing times for groups who assist with our screening measures.

Linked below you will find volunteer positions that are currently available, and instructions on how to apply.

Facilitator – Criminal Justice Education Program

Are you interested in criminal justice and youth education? Are you looking for an opportunity that will allow you to enhance your public speaking skills? Are you available during school hours once a week? The Criminal Justice Education Program has facilitation opportunities for volunteers to deliver interactive presentations to local Grade 6 students on the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). You provide your interest and enthusiasm, and we provide the training on the YCJA.
CJE Facilitator Job Application - Check out the job description on the CJE program page!

If you would like to apply, please print and complete the volunteer application and police check consent and send it to:

Narda Robillard, Criminal Justice Educator

Mail: 917 – 9th Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0S5

Fax: (403) 265-2458, ATTN: Narda

Or scan your completed forms and Email: narda.robillard@calgaryjohnhoward.org

Tutor – Adult Literacy Program

If you are looking for an opportunity to work directly with an individual who needs assistance with educational goals, this may be the position for you! While making a tremendous difference in client’s life, you will enjoy a flexible schedule as a Literacy Tutor. Additionally, we look for volunteers who have solid academic skills however we provide the training and materials necessary for you and your client to succeed.
Literacy Tutor Job Description - Check out the job description!
Tutor Questionnaire - Please complete this form as well...

If you would like to apply, please print and complete the Literacy Tutor Questionnaire, and send it along with your application and police check consent to:

Gail McDougall, Literacy Coordinator

Mail: 917 – 9th Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0S5

Fax: (403) 265-2458, ATTN: Gail

Or scan your completed forms and Email: gail.mcdougall@calgaryjohnhoward.org