Canadian Cancer Society (Product Care Volunteer – Wig Bank – Vancouver Lodge)
Organization Name: Canadian Cancer SocietyOpportunity Title: Product Care 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
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 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 hair dressing and styling are considered an asset.
As the Product Care volunteer, you will be responsible for:
Washing and/or organizing the washing of the wigs
Working with stakeholders for wig maintenance
Validating the returned or donated wigs viability
Maintaining and organizing the wig room
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