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Student Placements

Student Placement Application

Thank you for your interest in completing a student placement at The Good Companions. We’re proud to offer meaningful, hands-on learning opportunities for students who are passionate about community engagement and supporting older adults.

To ensure a safe and positive environment for everyone, all applicants go through a screening process. This helps us understand your goals and match you with the right placement.
Please note: All student placements require a Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector, conducted by the Ottawa Police Service.

How to Apply
Complete the Student Placement Application form below. If your application is selected, we will contact you to schedule an interview. Interviews take place Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
We look forward to learning more about you and supporting your placement experience at The Good Companions.

Placement Duration
Placements may take place during:
• Spring/Summer
• Fall
• Winter
• Full Academic Year
• Or as agreed upon with the Volunteer Services Coordinator and relevant Program Coordinators.

Placement Areas & Eligibility

Day Program
• Eligible Programs: Social Work, Social Services, Gerontology, Recreation and Leisure
• Recommended Academic Level: 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
Community Support Services
• Eligible Programs: Social Work, Social Services
• Recommended Academic Level: 3rd or 4th year, or Master’s level
Admin
• Eligible Programs: Office Administration
• Recommended Academic Level: Final year of program
Senior Centre Without Walls
• Eligible Programs: Social Work, Social Services, Gerontology, Recreation and Leisure
• Recommended Academic Level: 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year
Volunteer Department
• Eligible Programs: Social Work, Social Services
• Recommended Academic Level: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year

Student Placement Application

Section A: Personal Information
Name*
First Middle Initial(s) Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City Province Postal Code
Home Phone*
Alternate Phone
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Age*
- 18-54
- 54+
Birth Date
(Optional)
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Emergency Contact Information
Name*
First Last
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City Province Postal Code
Primary Phone*
Alternate Phone*
Relationship*
Method of Communication
Preferred Method*
- Phone
- Email
- TTY
- Mail
- In Person (when possible)
Would you like a copy of our quarterly bulletin?*
- Yes
- No
How would you like to receive it?
- By Mail
- I will download from the website
- I will pick up at the Centre
Preferred Language*
Additional Languages
Transportation
Method of Transportation
- Bus
- Car
- Para
Statistical Information
Please note: The information collected in the following 7 questions is for statistical and reporting purposes only (which has a direct impact on our funding) and will remain strictly confidential.
1. Are you a person with a Disability?
Definition: A disability is a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on a person's ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
- Yes
- No
2. Are you an Immigrant/New Canadian?
Definition: Individuals born outside of Canada who came to Canada during the last 10 years.
- Yes
- No
3. Are you a Visible Minority?
Definition: Individuals who are neither Caucasian nor aboriginal.
- Yes
- No
4. Are you a Francophone?
Definition: People whose first official language is French and are capable of conversing in French.
- Yes
- No
5. Are you a member of the First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit?
- Yes
- No
6. Are you a member of the LGBT community?
Definition: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
- Yes
- No
Are you a Rural Resident?
Definition: Those living in Wards 4 (Kanata Nord), 19 (Cumberland), 20 (Osgoode), and 21 (Rideau-Goulbourn)
- Yes
- No
Section B: Referral Source
I was referred by:*
Please check all that apply
- Client
- TGC Website
- Member
- Familiar with Organization
- Media
- Community Bulletin
- Friend or Family
- Other
Section C: Area of Interest
Areas of Interest In Centre
Please check all that apply
- Dining Room
- Food Preperation
- Administration
- Sales Clerk
- Finance
- Adult Day Program
- Marketing and Fundraising
- Crafts
Areas of Interest In the Community
Please check all that apply
- Telephone Assurance
- Friendly Visiting
- Home Help
- Grocery Bus Program
- Driver to Medical Appointment
Section D: Qualifications
Reason for volunteering:*
Previous volunteer experience:*
Previous employment /current employment (if applicable):*
Education/Certifications: (degrees, certificates, courses e.g. CPR, First Aid)*
Computer Skills
Please check only if proficient and willing to use skills in your volunteer duties
- Data Bases
- Internet
- Email
- Graphics (i.e. Photoshop, Publisher, etc.)
- Excel
- Word
- Social Media (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
- Other
Skills, hobbies, other interests, talents willing to share
What personal qualities and/or experience do you have that would help you when volunteering with seniors and/or adults with physical disabilities?
Do you have any accessibility requirements? Is there anything we need to be aware of in considering you as a volunteer/student placement?
Section E: Availabilty
I am available
- Weekdays
- Evenings
- Weekends
Specify Days & Times:
Length of Availability (months, years):
Can be Contacted for:
- Special Events (Christmas Bazaar, Walk of Ages, etc.)
Section F: Student Placement
Educational Institution*
Course and/or Program requiring placement*
Supervisor at Educational Institution
Supervisor Name*
First Last
Supervisor Title*
Supervisor Phone*
Email*
Placement Information
Start Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
End Date*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Total amount of hours to Satisfy*
Days and times you wish to complete your placement*
Evaluation Requirements – Be Specific*
(i.e.: Forms to be completed, meetings required, etc.) Please note that students will be required to provide copies of the evaluation forms before a placement is accepted.
Why have you chosen The Good Companions to do your placement?*
State 3 goals of your student placement:*
What do you intend to do during your placement in order to reach these goals?*
What skills/experience do you have to offer The Good Companions during this placement?*
What are your future career goals?*
What supports do you expect The Good Companions to offer you during your placement?*
Additional Comments
Declaration
I understand that this is an application for and not a commitment or promise of volunteer opportunity. I certify that I have and will provide truthful and complete information throughout this application process and will not withhold information that would unfavorably affect my application for a volunteer/student placement position.
I have read and am in agreement with the declaration.*
- Yes
Privacy Statement: The Good Companions respects your privacy. We protect your personal information and adhere to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. We use your personal information to provide tax receipts and to send out mail and/or emails, quarterly to keep you informed about activities including special events, information updates, funding needs and opportunities to volunteer or give. If at any time you wish to be removed from any of these mailings, please call the Administration office at 613-236-0428 extension 2100.
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