Canadian Cancer Society (Practical Support Volunteer – Wig Bank – Vancouver Lodge)

Organization Name: Canadian Cancer Society
Opportunity Title: Practical Support Volunteer – Wig Bank – Vancouver Lodge
Category: Health / Medical
Commitment: 6 months to 1 year, Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: March 3, 2024
End Date: March 31, 2026

Email: zahra.sina@cancer.ca
Website: https://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:

At CCS, the Wig Bank- Breast Prosthesis and Accessories Services Volunteers are vital in ensuring that all Canadians, no matter where they live, can access free wigs and breast accessories with just a simple call or click.

VOLUNTEER WIG BANK OVERVIEW -Vancouver Lodge

The ideal candidate for this role has a positive attitude, strong organizational skills and attention to detail, excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrates compassion and self-awareness in virtual and in-person settings and enjoys working in a team setting.

Knowledge and/or experience with customer service and Microsoft Office Word and Excel are considered an asset.

As the Practical Support volunteer, you will be responsible for:

Supporting the Wig Bank Coordinator with wig matching for clients.
Collaborating with the inventory administrator
Practical support duties including virtual consultations and in-person fittings
Supporting the Wig Bank Coordinator by following up with requests virtually, by telephone or email
Preparing packages for shipment

YOUR COMMITMENT 

This is a minimum 6-month commitment
Monday – Friday, 4-6 hour per week – flexible hours per month
Independent and teamwork responsibilities

Join the Canadian Cancer Society Vancouver Lodge team and help make a real difference for all Canadians impacted by cancer.

People from all walks of life with a variety of abilities and interests are welcome.  Due to the scope of the role and responsibilities, volunteers must be at least 19 years of age or older.