Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers work in many areas of the Centre to add to the quality and delivery of our programs and services. They are also wonderful ambassadors in the community, helping to generate awareness of our goals, services and needs.

We are looking for volunteers who:

are at least 19 years old with previous volunteer experience
are able to make a minimum six-month commitment to the volunteer program
are committed to our Mission and Values
are willing to provide a police record check; and
have skills, strengths and experience to carry out their volunteer assignments.

Day Health Program

The Dr. Peter Centre Day Health Program operates 7 days a week 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

The program offers a variety of interesting and challenging volunteer opportunities.

Social Engagement

You enjoy spending time with people and providing companionship to the participants who come to the Day Health Program.

Food Service

You encourage our participants to eat by providing friendly and personal service. You also help serve breakfast or lunch or our participants.

Complementary Therapist

You are certified in one of these complementary therapies: reiki, acupuncture, shiatsu, reflexology, tai chi, yoga, hairdressing, etc. and want to share your skills with our participants and residents.

Pet Visit Volunteer

You share your love of animals by bringing in your pet each week to the Centre to visit residents and Day Program participants. Your pet must be trained and registered with B.C. Pets and Friends or St. John Ambulance Dog Therapy Program.

General Residence Volunteers

The Dr. Peter Centre Residence has flexible volunteer shifts 7 days a week from 9 am to 8 pm. The shifts vary in length from 2 to 3 hours.

Volunteers engage in social interaction with our residents through conversation, playing games, reading, going for walks, helping with annual celebrations and/or assisting with computer skills.

Special Events

The Dr. Peter Centre hosts fun and engaging events throughout the year. Volunteer shifts vary in length and are generally around 8 hours.

Volunteers support our staff at fundraising events throughout the year in the capacity of host, back of house, service, and general logistical support.

Looking for more information?

Contact our Human Resources Manager at volunteer@drpeter.org or 604-608-1874 ext 2292.

Individuals interested in volunteering at the Centre must complete our volunteer application linked below and provide two (2) references.

Contact Details

First name*
Last name*
Email address*
Phone
Address

Have you previously volunteered for the Dr. Peter Centre?

Yes
No

What interests you in volunteering at the Dr. Peter Centre?

Have you previously volunteered, or are currently volunteering, for any other organizations?

Yes
No
If yes, please describe The Dr. Peter Centre supports individuals, 19 years and over, who face complex health and social challenges in addition to HIV/AIDS including mental health issues, addictions, poverty, unstable housing, and discrimination due to sexual orientation and gender identity. Describe your experience supporting individuals in such life circumstances. Do you have any special skills, certifications or areas of interest that would be potentially helpful at the Dr. Peter Centre?

Please review the volunteer positions above and insert your details below.

Day Health Program Residence Special Events

AVAILABILITY

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As part of the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation volunteer recruitment process, it is a requirement that you are 19 years or older and, if interviewed for a volunteer position, you agree to:

Provide two references
Authorize the Foundation to conduct a criminal record check to verify that you are cleared to work with vulnerable adults.

I declare that the information provided herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that a false statement may disqualify me from a volunteer position, or cause my dismissal.

Thank you sincerely for your interest in volunteering at the Dr. Peter Centre. Regretfully, we are not always able to interview all applicants. Interviews are offered when volunteer positions become available. All volunteers must attend an orientation and training session.

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