Income Tax Screener

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 03 to April 25, 2025. Volunteers are asked to commit to the entire tax season.

Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week, between Monday and Thursday, for the hours of 10:00 am to 3:00 pm for both months.

Attendance to a CVITP webinar and orientation in February (dates TBA) are mandatory.

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
- Increased practical skills in assisting with income tax returns
- Gain experience working with seniors
- Reference letters for outstanding volunteers upon request

DELIVERABLES/DUTIES
- Determine eligibility of clients for the free income tax clinic
- Organize T4 slips and other forms as necessary
- 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 Coordinator of planned absences

CONTACT
Chloe Strauss, Seniors Services Coordinator at (604) 684-8171 ext. 103 or cstrauss@411seniors.org