Volunteer with WSA!
Volunteers play an important role at Winnifred Stewart Association (WSA). As a valuable part of the Winnifred Stewart Association team, WSA volunteers use their skills to help others develop their abilities to their fullest potential through various WSA programs and activities.
We offer a variety of volunteer and work experience positions for individuals over the age of 18. If you are an enthusiastic and flexible team player who believes in helping others fulfill their dreams, we need you! Responsibilities include providing outstanding support to employees and individuals and promoting wider community awareness and understanding of individuals with developmental disabilities. Volunteers are recognized for their efforts through an ongoing review process and on the Association's Wall of Honour.
Enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and help others fulfill their dreams by contributing your time and unique talents as a volunteer today!
Benefits of volunteering with WSA include the following:
- Help individuals get involved in activities of their choice
- Develop new skills that may lead to future employment
- Earn credit for school or work programs
- Be a role model
- Increase your knowledge of disabilities
- Meet a variety of people
- Be recognized for your contributions
Volunteer placements are strongly supported in all programs and are available in a number of professional areas:
- Disability/rehabilitation studies, physical therapy
- Occupational therapy, nursing
- Maintenance, woodworking
- Business (Accounting, IT)
- Public relations and marketing
- Volunteer/HR management
- Recreation or art therapy (e.g., music)
To find out how you can become a volunteer, contact the Volunteer Services Coordinator at 780-453-6707 or email us.
