Your time and skills can change someone's life
Swyft Cares Foundation is powered by community volunteers who believe nobody should face a mental health crisis alone.
Volunteer Roles
Whether you give two hours a month or twenty, your contribution directly reaches people who need it most.
Community Counsellor
Provide one-on-one counselling sessions under clinical supervision. Ideal for counselling psychology, social work, and nursing students.
4+ hrs/week, 3+ months
Enrolled in accredited program. ECRC required.
MHFA Facilitator
Facilitate the community Mental Health First Aid training program — 2-day workshops. Training provided.
Quarterly — 2 days/workshop
Completion of MHFA instructor training (funded).
Peer Support Facilitator
Co-facilitate the Men's Wellness Circle, Sisters Circle, or Youth programs. Full training provided.
Monthly — 3 hrs/session
Lived experience of immigration/diaspora.
Navigator Volunteer
Help newcomers and refugees navigate Calgary's mental health system. Accompany clients to appointments.
4–8 hours/month
Bilingual preferred. Driver's licence asset.
Administrative Volunteer
Support operations — grant writing, social media, event coordination, translation, bookkeeping.
Flexible 4–10 hrs/month
Skills-based. Any background welcome.
Board Director
Join the Board of Directors — governing the organisation, reviewing financials, ensuring mission alignment.
Quarterly meetings + committee
Application and interview required.
You'll be taken to our volunteer portal to complete your application
Practicum & Internship Placements
Swyft Cares Foundation is an approved practicum placement site. Students gain direct experience providing culturally competent mental health support under licensed clinical supervision.
How to Apply
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team of volunteers who believe that culturally grounded care changes lives. No matter your background or availability — there's a role for you.
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