Tax Screener

Income Tax Clinic: Tax Screeners Volunteer Description

411 Seniors Centre requires Screeners to provide support to the free Income Tax Clinic by assessing the eligibility criteria of low-income seniors and people with disabilities.

The Income Tax Clinic will run from March 1 to April 30, 2027. Volunteers are asked to commit to the entire tax season. We ask that volunteers commit to at least one day a week, between Monday and Friday, for the hours of 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM for March and April.

Attendance at a training session in February (date TBA) is mandatory.

A criminal record check is mandatory for all volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good communication skills and an empathetic manner
• Reliable, organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work as part of a team with volunteers, clients and staff
• Knowledge of other language(s) is helpful

BENEFITS & RECOGNITION:

• A certificate of participation from the CVITP program
• Increased practical skills in assisting with income tax returns
• Gain experience working with older adults
• Reference letters for outstanding volunteers upon request

DELIVERABLES/DUTIES:

• Determine the eligibility of clients for the free income tax clinic
• Organize T4 slips and other forms as necessary
• Complete screening sheet for each tax clinic client
• Assist other tax volunteers as required
• Refer clients to Information and Referral Volunteers for additional assistance if needed
• Observe good ethical skills and maintain client confidentiality
• Follow policies and procedures for the 411 taxation clinic
• Filing and other various administrative duties
• Notify the Coordinator of planned absences

Please apply through this link: 2027 TAX CLINIC – VOLUNTEER APPLICATION FORM – Fill out form