Volunteer Suitability Criteria
Volunteer Suitability Criteria
An acceptable volunteer candidate should meet specific criteria or possess certain characteristics.
The volunteer applicant will:
- Be of good moral character and high ethical standards
- Have a genuine interest in the needs of victims.
- Be empathetic and patient.
- Be mature
- Be responsible and reliable.
- Have above average interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possess good writing skills.
- Be people oriented.
- Be able to present a professional demeanour.
- Be able to be discreet and uphold confidentiality of information.
- Be honest and sincere.
- Have common sense skills and be able to use discretion.
- Be willing to learn.
- Not have a history of (or present problem with) substance abuse, drugs or alcohol.
- Be flexible.
- Have a good sense of humour.
- Have problem solving abilities.
- Be able to accept direction and supervision.
- Have good mental and emotional health.
- Be able to deal with victims in a non-judgmental, non-prejudicial manner.
- Lack rigid and inflexible opinions.
- Be a team player and work well with others.
- Have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
- Not have a criminal record and be able to be security cleared by the RCMP.
- Be able to cope with stress.
- Lack a hidden personal agenda.
- Be a good listener.
- Be able to work with police members.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Be objective.
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