Volunteer Program
If you have empathy, understanding and a genuine interest in working with people who have a mental illness, we have a variety of volunteer opportunities available for both the Association’s clientele and people from the community.
Volunteers enhance our services by providing additional support and help by facilitating activities and assisting in programs for the clients of the Association.
Calgary Association of Self Help currently has a volunteer position for its Board of Directors
Calgary Association of Self Help has been providing client centered, flexible services promoting the abilities of adults with mental illnesses for the past 38 years.
Our mission is accomplished through our skill development, support counselling and social/leisure programs.
We are seeking the support of individuals who have expertise and 3 - 5 years experience in FInance (CA, CGA or other designation) and/or organizational development, strategic planning, legal and fund development.
If you are interested in making a world of difference for Calgarians challenged with a mental illness, are available for meetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm please forward your resume to:
Marion McGrath, Chief Executive Officer
Calgary Association of Self Help
1019 - 7 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta T2P 1A8
E-mail: info@calgaryselfhelp.com
Fax: 403-266-2478
For more information contact Marion at 403-266-8711.
All our volunteers receive training, ongoing support and recognition.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
Food Services
Provide “hands-on” instruction or help to
prepare and serve light meals.
Recreation
Facilitate fun games and activities in the
Resource Activity Centre.
Telephone Reception
Answer the phones and provide
reception services.
Tuck Shop
Sell a variety of snacks and beverages to
clients and staff.
Recycling Project
Provide assistance to client volunteers
sorting, cleaning and repairing donated
items for our Recycling Project Garage
Sales.
Arts and Crafts
Provide assistance in our arts and crafts
programs.
Looking Good, Feeling Good
Manage a free clothing bank for clients.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
- Board of Directors
- Committee Work
- Light Cleaning
- Special Events and Projects
- InterAction Committee
- Clerical Assistance
- Fundraising
- Tax Preparation
Are you interested in making a difference? Connecting with others? Investing in a healthier Calgary for all of us? Please call:
403-266-8711 or email Bev.Wadsworth@calgaryselfhelp.com.
