Canadian Cancer Society (Support Volunteer, Breast Prosthesis & Accessories – Wig Bank – Vancouver Lodge)

Organization Name: Canadian Cancer Society
Opportunity Title: Support Volunteer, Breast Prosthesis & Accessories – 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 requiredAppropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and overTraining or orientation required

Opportunity Description:

At CCS, the Wig Bank- Breast Prosthesis & 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, 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 in nursing is considered as an asset.

As the Wig Bank Support Volunteer, Breast Prosthesis & Accessories, you will be responsible for:

Collaborating with the Inventory Administrator volunteer.
Providing virtual consultations and in-person fittings
Supporting the Wig Bank Coordinator by following up with requests virtually, by telephone or email
Validating that the returned or donated Breast prosthesis or accessories are new and can be used
Maintaining and organizing the Breast prosthesis and accessories inventory.
Attending specialized training sessions provided by product partners

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.