We ♥ our students!
Ready to step out of the classroom and start making a difference?
Consider a student placement at VON.
Build relationships, not just a resumé.
There’s nothing like caring for someone one-on-one in their own home. The lasting relationships you build with clients and their families are a big part of what VON offers — and a big part of what helps clients to heal and stay healthy.
Get a head start on your career
- After you graduate, consider one of the many different job opportunities at VON. Between home care, home support and community support services, we offer more than 50 different programs and services across Ontario and Nova Scotia.
Make a difference in your community
- VON is a registered charity that provides care based on need, not ability to pay. A placement with VON means you’re helping vulnerable clients and their families to live their best lives in the safety and comfort of their own homes and communities.
Gain hands-on, real-world experience
- At VON, no two days are ever the same. You’ll work alongside our knowledgeable and professional staff, caring for clients of all ages with a range of conditions, giving you the chance to develop strong clinical reasoning skills.
In partnership with our affiliated schools, we offer placement for the following programs:
- NP
- BSCN
- RPN/LPN
- PSW/CCA
- Other (SSW, Medical Admin)
- We provide e-learning for all students
- Pair students with a trained preceptor
- Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Fill out the form at the bottom of the page or email student.placements@von.ca with the following information:
- Name
- School
- Program
- Ideal Start date
- Total hours
A member of our team will reach out to you to get started!
- Good academic standing with your school
- Clear Criminal Background Check
- Clear TB test
- Signed Confidentiality agreement
- Can read and write in English
| Requirement | Comments |
| Vulnerable Sector Check (VSS) in Ontario and Nova Scotia | Clear VSS and updated according to the frequency determined by the program. |
| Clear Child Abuse Registry Screening in Nova Scotia | Clear Child Abuse Registry screen and updated according to the frequency determined by the program. |
| TB Testing | As required by the educational program. |
| Mask Fit Testing | If students do not have mask fit testing and there is no capacity at the site to complete it, students are not permitted to be present during aerosol-generating medical procedures. |
| Other childhood immunizations | As required by the educational program. |
Educational institutions will confirm that the student has met these requirements. Should an item not be required by the educational program prior to placement, the student will need to obtain the item prior to placement with VON Canada at the student's expense.
What our students say about us...
“What I like best about my experience was VON's holistic approach, where physical, emotional, and social well- being are all considered in the care provided. I also like VON teamwork, professional development, and supporting it's staff.”
-Student from North East Nova Scotia
“My preceptor was very good at including me in the care provided to clients. And asking me if I felt comfortable to do the care, as well as guiding me through care I hadn’t had much experience with prior to placement.”
-Student from Central West Nova Scotia
“I enjoyed working with VON. The staff were kind and invested into the clients. I got to see a great range of clinical cases and get to know the clients as well. I would love to work for VON Permanently”
-Student from NW Ontario
“My best experience was working with supportive colleagues who created positive and welcoming environment, making it easier to learn and grow.”
-Student from SW Ontario
Student Placement Application Form
Fill out the form at the bottom of the page or email student.placements@von.ca with the following information, a member of our team will reach out to you to get started:
Want to know more about VON?
If you'd like to know more about VON, including the list of services we offer, we invite you to browse our website and check us out on social media (Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn).
Our YouTube channel features several short videos that will help you learn more about the exciting and rewarding career opportunities at VON after you graduate.
Safety statement
It is required that all VON employees are compliant with the VON Safety Management System and the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Accessibility
VON is a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail. Working conditions and physical demands may include (and are not limited to): lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, and crouch using good body mechanics; walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs; and use fine hand movements.
VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details.
