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Volunteer Management Resources

The library contains resources curated to address volunteer management and engagement topics. They are designed to be relevant to organizations advancing volunteer engagement as an essential part of their healthy aging work and for volunteers inspired to be active in the CBSS sector.

Topics in the resource library include the following: volunteer management policies, risk management, recruitment, orientation and training, supervision, evaluation, recognition and records management.


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Boost your volunteer recruitment for seniors’ programs with iVolunteer.ca (webinar recording)

Volunteer Engagement Team

Webinar Recording January 23, 2025Boost your volunteer recruitment for seniors' programs with iVolunteer. In this 25-minute webinar, you’ll learn about iVolunteer - an easy-to-use, feature-rich platform that can help you save time and access qualified, skilled volunteers. You’ll discover the to

CBSS Volunteer Coordinator Job Description and Core Competencies

Amanda Marchand, United Way BC

This sample job description for a Volunteer Coordinator role is an optional and adaptable resource for organizations that received the Volunteer Coordination & Supports 2024-2025 Enhancement Grant from United Way British Columbia.SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION and CORE COMPETENCIES: Community Based Seni

Sample Volunteer Position Descriptions

Volunteer Engagement Team

12 SAMPLE VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTIONSThese sample volunteer position descriptions are an optional and adaptable resource for partners supporting the CBSS sector.Friendly VisitingSupported TransportationGrocery Shopping and/or DeliveryYardworkHandy Home HelpDigital LiteracyCaregiver Support Mento

[Resource] National Volunteer Action Strategy for Canada - Roadmap to Meet The Moment

Volunteer Canada

Click HERE to read the reportCanada’s longstanding tradition of volunteerism plays a vital role in upholding our social support system and building community resilience. Volunteerism is also a powerful vehicle for helping us address critical social, economic, health, and environmental issues. Howe

[Resource] Volunteer Screening Handbook

Volunteer Canada

Click HERE to access this resourceScreening is a process that helps match people with volunteer positions while improving the quality and safety of the programs and services offered in communities. It’s an ongoing 10-step process performed by an organization to ensure that volunteers’ involvemen