Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary, The

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Activities involved
Community Outreach Customer Service Facilitation
Requirements:
  • Interview
  • Other
  • Police Check
  • References
  • Resume
  • Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: To apply, please go to www.elizabethfrycalgary.ca and complete the Court Volunteer Pre-Screening Questionnaire found under Volunteer Application Process. Upon approval of the pre-screening application, an application form will be sent out to the applicant. The applicant will be asked to return the application and provide a resume, cover letter, and the name and contact information of two professional references.
Languages Needed:

N/A

  • Accessible by public transit

Court Volunteer

Calgary Courts Centre, 601 - 5 St SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 5P7 [map]
2-3 hours / weekly
One year minimum 
We are seeking volunteers to help us assist adults and youth appearing in court in Calgary. This is a highly specialized opportunity and we seek individuals who are capable of committing to one weekly shift for a minimum of a year.

Court Volunteer - Lobby: Assist individuals in the main lobby of the Calgary Courts Centre with legal information, plea options, and resources on various matters (e.g. criminal, traffic & bylaw, etc).

Court Volunteer - Youth Court: Assist youth on the court floor with legal information on processes and protocol, and with access to legal counsel and other resources.

Court Volunteer - Adult Criminal Case Management Office (CMO): support individuals appearing at the CMO counter for adult criminal appearances with with legal information, plea options, and resources.

Court Volunteer - Domestic Violence Court: Triage individuals through their legal processes by providing appropriate information on court processes and procedures, and connecting to appropriate partners for legal support.

Court Volunteer - Indigenous Court: Support Indigenous clients appearing at the Calgary Indigenous Court with information on procedures, protocol, and resources.

To apply, please complete the prescreening questionnaire at: https://elizabethfrycalgary.ca/opportunities-to-engage-and-support/volunteer/
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Additional Details & Skills Required
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Certification or Education Required
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Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Gain knowledge and experience in the Alberta court system.
Activities involved
Community Outreach Customer Service Facilitation
Requirements:
  • Interview
  • Other
  • Police Check
  • References
  • Resume
  • Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: To apply, please go to www.elizabethfrycalgary.ca and complete the Court Volunteer Pre-Screening Questionnaire found under Volunteer Application Process. Upon approval of the pre-screening application, an application form will be sent out to the applicant. The applicant will be asked to return the application and provide a resume, cover letter, and the name and contact information of two professional references.
Languages Needed:

N/A

  • Accessible by public transit