Group Application Set Up
AgeCare Volunteer Group Application for Alberta and British Columbia AgeCare Communities
This application represents 2 or more volunteers who will be volunteering together from an organized group. The application must be completed by the primary contact of the group. If the primary contact or members of the group want to volunteer as individuals, an independent profile/application must be completed on AgeCare's volunteer page by selecting Apply Now - Individual.
As a group profile, we request that all contact information is filled out in the following format:
- First Name: Group Name (ex. Lily's String Quartet)
- Last Name: Group
- Email & Phone: Primary Contacts information
- Address and other information: The Primary Contact OR the Associated Organization Location (ex. location of the church/center of faith)
The primary contact understands that in filling out this application, they will receive all notices related to the group. The primary contact will be responsible (but not limited to) for maintaining the files completeness, ensuring it accurately reflects all group members, and collecting all required documents ahead of the volunteer shift.
If members of the group are under the age of 15, there must be an adult who leads the group and who is held responsible for the youth at all times. At no time may the youth be left unsupervised.
If a volunteer in the group has or currently works or volunteers with any AgeCare community, as either an employee or with an agency, this is identified on the application.
Volunteering with AgeCare may require a Vulnerable Sector Search(VSS) and Criminal Record Search record from each group member prior to their first shift. Volunteers understand their need to procure one upon acceptance into the volunteer program, should it be requested.
Applicants understand that the information provided in the application will be used to process their eligibility for a suitable volunteer position. They declare that the information provided on the application will be true and complete. Applicants understand that any false information provided may be cause for denial of a volunteer placement or dismissal after placement.
The applicants authorizes AgeCare to contact individuals and organizations named on this application to obtain further information that would assist with their placement/success as a volunteer.
The applicants consents that AgeCare may collect, retain information and conduct further investigations with respect to the information. The volunteer further consent to the updating of this information as necessary.
The applicant understands volunteers are required to complete a 3 month / 50 hour probation period from the date of their first shift (following onsite orientation).
The collection of your personal information on this form is legally authorized by section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Alberta). Information will only be used and disclosed as necessary for your organization’s human resources program including managing and administering your volunteer relationship with the organization. If you have questions or concerns about this collection of your personal information as provided on this form, please contact the Volunteer Management Advisor.
I understand that proceeding with the application confirms that I have read the above requirements and agree to abide if accepted as a Volunteer Group.
