Canadian Cancer Society (Front Desk Volunteer – Southern Interior Rotary Lodge Kelowna)

Organization Name: Canadian Cancer Society
Opportunity Title: Front Desk Volunteer – Southern Interior Rotary Lodge Kelowna
Category: Administration / Clerical / Office
Commitment: 6 months to 1 year, Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: October 24, 2022
End Date: October 24, 2099

Email: sandra.mcdonald@cancer.ca
Website: http://cancer.ca
Details:

• Background/police check required
• Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
• Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over
• Training or orientation required

Opportunity Description:

Canadian Cancer Society Lodges provide a supportive environment for people with cancer and their adult companions.  As a volunteer at the Lodge you have an essential role in creating a home away from home for the clients and their families. You will have a positive impact on those living with the disease by assisting lodge guests and staff through a variety of activities involving reception, tours and other front desk duties. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Promotes a social and caring atmosphere in the lodge, focusing attention and time on lodge guests Greets & provides tours for (potential) lodge guests and visitors. Provides directions to treatment centers, public transportation, shopping etc. Promotes lodge & Canadian Cancer Society activities, & support services WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR  Friendly and outgoing. Comfortable working with a wide variety of people Good communication skills with clear voice and polite telephone manner; Patient and outgoing. BENEFITS Play an integral role in the fight against cancer. Become confident in your understanding of cancer and the cancer cause along with the impact the Society has. Joining a team of enthusiastic and interesting people who share your passion for supporting people effected by cancer Volunteering for a respected National organization and increase knowledge of cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment & support services OUR INVESTMENT   CCS Volunteer Orientation Support Program Orientation Lodge and Role specific training Ongoing updates and Support from Staff Partner in Volunteer Engagement   YOUR COMMITMENT 4 hour and 8 hour shifts available any day Monday through Friday This is an important leadership role.  We ask that you dedicate 6 months to this role. As a volunteer, you are a representative and ambassador who promotes the mission and values of the organization.  We welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities and interests. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age or older for this position due to the scope of the role and responsibilities.