Become a Volunteer

Criteria for Volunteers

Please make sure you have the following skills before applying to become a Lab Volunteer:

  • You must either have an interest in psychology or neuroscience (through formal or informal learning) OR an interest in working with adults with major depressive disorder (MDD)

  • You must be able to commit to a minimum of half a day a week for at least 6 months and be willing to attend additional training/clinical supervision sessions, or lab meetings approximately once a month

  • You must have good communication skills and the ability to show unconditional positive regard to everyone with whom you work

  • You must be able to work well within a team and individually

The Process:

If you are interested in joining the team and think you have the skills required for the role then we would love to hear from you! Please contact Abir Gerbara with an up-to-date CV as well as a brief cover letter stating why you want to become a Neuromodulation Lab volunteer:

Contact Name: Jessica Drodge, Research Assistant

E-Mail: jessica.drodge@theroyal.ca

Phone: +1 (613) 722 6521 ext 6058

  • Once your CV has been received, a team member will contact you to discuss your application or invite you to meet the team. This is an informal interview which gives us a chance to get to know you and equally allows you to find out more about us and decide whether you want to continue with the application process. 

  • If you are offered a voluntary position and you wish to accept this, you will be required to complete a security check and a work health assessment check. You will also receive an identification badge from The Royal with your title and photo. 

  • Once the security check and work health assessment have cleared, we will invite you to complete the induction training. This will cover all of the information required to work safely in a hospital and all of the basic training to enable you to start working confidently with participants. 

  • Once the induction is complete, you will be offered a series of shadow shifts with a more experienced lab member to enable you to build your confidence and start utilizing your learning. 

  • You will receive regular training and supervision throughout your work to ensure you continue to build your knowledge and confidence in a safe and supportive environment.