University Hospital Foundation Job Board
Volunteer Opportunity: Casino Event
Description
About the University Hospital Foundation
At the University Hospital Foundation (UHF or Foundation), we want to help people live longer, and better – especially those who would benefit from a new form of treatment, or life-saving surgery.
As agents of hope, we boldly seek solutions to seemingly insurmountable challenges, matching the determination and purpose-driven intensity of the healthcare teams we support.
In the past ten years, generous donations from individuals and our corporate and strategic partners have contributed nearly $220 million dollars to advance world-leading patient care at the University of Alberta Hospital, Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute and Kaye Edmonton Clinic, as well as ground-breaking research at the University of Alberta.
Volunteer Information
Join us for a fun and meaningful volunteer opportunity!
Our casino fundraiser is coming up, and we need friendly, reliable volunteers to help bring it to life!!
Dates: April 11th and 12th 2026
Location: Grand Villa Casino at Rogers Place
Shift times:
- 1:00pm – 8:30pm
- 8:30pm – 3:00am
- 11:00pm – 3:00am (Count Room Staff position)
Volunteer positions:
We are looking for volunteers to fill the following positions for each shift. Please see below for a detailed description of each role:
- General Manager
- Banker
- Cashier
- Chip Runner
- Count Room Supervisor
- Count Room Staff
Volunteer perks:
- Volunteers will be provided with a meal during their shift
What is Needed
The requirements for each position may vary, but below are the general requirements for volunteers
- 18 years of age or older
- Clear criminal record
- ·Not enrolled in a Self-Exclusion Program
- Positive attitude
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Able to collaborate and work as part of a team
- Reliable, punctual and available for shifts
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs and able to stand and bend
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Collaborative mindset
Volunteer Position Descriptions
General Manager
- Responsible for all areas of the casino (cash cage, count room, security, and the gaming floor.)
- General Manager or the Alternate General Manager must be in the casino at all times.
- Must ensure that there are a sufficient number of volunteers for each day.
- Must ensure that volunteers do not fill any more than one position for the duration of the casino. (Volunteers can work as many shifts as they want to, but they cannot change jobs.)
- Controls drop box keys.
- Makes sure signed cheques are available on the second day to pay expenses.
- Please review the Casino Terms and Conditions booklet that comes in your package from Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission.
Banker
- Controls the main Cash Cage chip and cash floats.
- Assisted in all areas by the Cash Cage Advisor.
- Busy times are during; opening, volunteer shift changes and closing procedures.
- Responsible for documentation of all cash/chip transfers from the main float. This information is recorded on the computer, therefore computer skills are an asset.
- Some administrative experience and/or math skills are helpful in this position.
Cashier
- This position can be quite challenging and requires concentration and accuracy.
- Transactions include cashing out chips for players and making change.
- You have your own float and do not share your cash/chip float with anyone.
- Cash-handling skills and being a bit street wise are definite assets.
- Not a job for colour-blind volunteers.
Chip Runner
- You are a chip courier (runner) for chip orders to and from the table games.
- You must be able to move around the gaming floor and carry chips in their delivery racks.
- This position is busy at the opening and closing times of the casino.
- You will always be accompanied on your chip runs by security.
Count Room Supervisor
- Assisted by the Count Room Advisor you will keep records of the cash and chip counts.
- Some administrative experience and math skills are very helpful.
- You are not required to handle cash or chips.
Count Room Staff
- You sort, count, verify and amalgamate cash from the table games drop boxes.
- At least one volunteer in the Count Room should have good cash handling skills.
- Volunteers should be good working with their hands.
Why Volunteer with Us
We absolutely could not do this event without our dedicated volunteers, whose contributions help us bring monumental change to health and healthcare in Alberta.
You will have the chance to contribute to the University Hospital Foundation while developing a unique and varied skillset.
You would also be able to participate in our annual Volunteer Appreciation events and be eligible forward nominations.
We are also happy to provide letter of reference of your participation upon request.
How To Apply
To apply for this posting, please email volunteer@givetouhf.ca. We thank all candidates who apply; however only those selected will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a volunteer application form.
We respect and value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.