Supervisors will determine the timeline for the screening process if a second or third interview is required. Any additional requests from volunteers will be equitable to all candidates of this stage in the screening process.
Accepted Volunteers:
Once your application is approved, you will have the opportunity to contribute to volunteer position A. If you want to participate in additional positions, you must attend an orientation session and fulfill any required training prior to commencing the volunteer activities.
Declined Volunteers
We value fairness, transparency, and confidentiality in all aspects of the volunteer application process. We carefully assess each applicant to determine whether they meet the organization's requirements and align with the needs of the volunteer program.
If we determine that an applicant is not a suitable fit for the organization or that there are too many volunteers for the available positions, we will notify them of the decision in a respectful manner, usually through email or a phone call.
There might be several reasons why a volunteer application is not accepted. Some of these reasons include:
• Outside British Columbia. Our programs and support are currently limited to volunteers based in British Columbia, and we may not be able to accommodate applicants located outside the province.
• Limited Capacity. We may have a finite capacity to accommodate volunteers at a given time, and the available positions might already be filled.
• Skills Mismatch. The applicant's skills and experience might not align with the specific needs of the volunteer program or role.
• Position Availability. The desired volunteer position may not be currently available due to organizational changes or shifts in priorities.
• Experience Gap. The applicant might lack the necessary experience or qualifications required for the role they applied for.
• Overqualified. In some cases, an applicant might be deemed overqualified for the available positions, making them more suited for a different level of engagement.
• Unavailability. If the applicant's schedule or availability does not match the required commitment for the volunteer position.
• Position Competition. There might be a high number of applicants for a particular role, making the selection process highly competitive.
• Specific Requirements. Certain roles might have specific prerequisites or requirements that the applicant does not meet.
• Geographical Constraints. The applicant's location might be a limiting factor if the organization operates in a specific region.
• Communication Skills. For roles that involve interactions with diverse groups, strong communication skills might be a key consideration.
• Commitment Level. The applicant's demonstrated commitment or understanding of the organization's goals might not meet expectations.
• Long-Term vs. Short-Term. The organization might be looking for volunteers committed to a longer-term engagement, while the applicant seeks a short-term role.
• Availability of Resources. The organization might lack the resources, time, or training necessary to onboard and support new volunteers effectively.
Please note that these reasons may vary depending on the nature of our volunteer opportunities.
