Volunteer Application

Volunteer Application

  • Thank you for your interest in volunteering with ASNL! Our volunteers help support both our programs and fundraising efforts.



    PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS ̶ ASNL offers a variety of programs both on-site at the Elaine Dobbin Centre and at our Eastern Regional Office, located in Clarenville, for people on the autism spectrum of all ages and abilities. Having volunteers take part in programs gives our participants a peer to model socially expected behaviors after as well, volunteers bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to the group. Individuals on the spectrum quickly adapt to routines and can struggle with sudden change. For this reason, we ask our volunteers to commit to their chosen program and time slot for the entire semester and a provide notice if they are going to be absent.

    EVENT VOLUNTEERS ̶ As a nonprofit organization ASNL relies heavily on fundraising efforts to cover the costs of operations. Our events are only possible with the help and support of our many volunteers. These events require a lot of human resources and we are always looking for passionate volunteers to help organize, plan and take part.

    CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING ̶ We rely on the support of many volunteers throughout the year to complete our various onsite projects. We encourage and welcome teams from the business community to visit our site throughout the year. The activities vary and we will always make sure you are busy! Each visit includes an engaging presentation by our knowledgeable staff. We accept groups up to a maximum of 15 people at a time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am- 4:00 pm.

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  • Volunteer Activities (please check areas of interest):

    To learn more about each program please go to https://www.autism.nf.net/parent-caregiver/our-programs/

  • Volunteer Availability

  • Volunteer Expectations

    •Attend ASNL’s volunteer orientation
    •Provide ASNL with a recent Code of Conduct including a Vulnerable Sector Check (a letter to wave this fee will be provided during the orientation).
    •Maintain regular attendance; arriving promptly for scheduled volunteer activities.
    •Adhere to ASNL’s Statement of Confidentiality.
    •Adhere to ASNL’s dress code.
    •Respect ASNL’s scent free policy.
    •Report any incidents, accidents or injuries to the program coordinator/event supervisor.
    •Maintain a respectful working environment with all participants, staff and volunteers.

  • Statement of Confidentiality

    As a requirement for volunteer placement with the Autism Society, Newfoundland and Labrador (ASNL), all volunteers are required to read and sign the following confidentiality agreement prior to working with clients and their families.

    As a volunteer of the Autism Society, Newfoundland and Labrador, I acknowledge the importance of confidentiality with respect to my/our work. In light of this acknowledgement, I agree to keep confidential all information acquired pertaining to ASNL, clients receiving services through ASNL, and visitors to the Centre.

    I particularly recognize the sensitivity of information regarding services provided to individual clients.

    I agree that this confidentiality agreement includes, but is not limited to, information pertaining to the provision of client services, including any information that would identify a person as a client of ASNL.

    I understand that a breach of confidentiality is a serious infraction, and if it occurs the result will be dismissal from the volunteer placement.