Role Details
ACT Leads are important leadership volunteers that work alongside the CCS advocacy team. They are the volunteer advocacy representative in their electoral district and coordinate activities with elected officials at all levels of governments to mobilize CCS advocacy priorities in their communities.
Description
Canadian Cancer Society Lodges provide a supportive environment for people with cancer and their adult companions. The Lodges are located near cancer treatment centres.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
Answers lodge phone, transfers calls, takes & relays messages, data entry for wig room
Provides directions to treatment centres, public transportation, shopping etc.
Promotes lodge & Canadian Cancer Society activities, & support services
Why we need you
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 have a positive impact on the quality and enhancement of life for people affected by cancer. You assist and support lodge guests and staff through a variety of activities involving reception, tours and other front desk duties.
What we're looking for
Friendly and outgoing. Comfortable working with a wide variety of people
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Good communication skills with clear voice and polite telephone manner;
Patient and outgoing.
We welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities and interests. Volunteers must be at least 19 years of age for this position due to the scope of the role and responsibilities, your contributions can make a true difference every day.
Please be advised that until further notice CCS requires that volunteers within this role will be required to be double vaccinated as per our Covid-19 Vaccinations Policy.
For more information on the CCS Covid-19 Vaccinations Policy please visit
Our Investment
It's more than just an experience. It will be life changing.
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
TRAINING AND SUPPORT
Support Program Orientation
Lodge and Role specific training
Ongoing updates and Support from Staff Partner in Volunteer Engagement
Your commitment
Shifts are available Sunday to Friday - 10 am to 4 pm - choose a full shift (6 hours) or half shift (3hours) - flexible
minimum commitment 6 months