Role Details

Canadian Cancer Society Lodges provide a place to stay for cancer patients during their treatments away from home. It is a supportive setting for people with cancer and their adult companions. As a volunteer at the Lodge, you play an essential role in creating a home away from home for the clients and their families. The Lodges are located near cancer treatment centres.

Description

Canadian Cancer Society Lodges provide a supportive workplace for people with cancer and their adult companions. The Lodges are located near cancer treatment centres.

Your Duties would include:
promoting a social and caring atmosphere in the lodge and shuttle van, focusing attention and time on lodge guests;
ensuring clients and guests get to their appointments on time;
Helping with mobility aids and getting guests to appointments safely, providing additional assistance if required;
As per Lodge PPE instructions, ensuring the van is clean and has gas before and after use, complete the inspection checklist;
Referring any client safety or medical issues to the lodge coordinator or manager
Ensuring the van is clean and has gas before and after use, and completes the inspection checklist,



noting any issues and reporting damage to the lodge manager immediately

Why we need you
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

What we're looking for
Friendly and outgoing; comfortable working with a variety of people
Experienced driver with a valid class 5 license and a safe driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points and an acceptable driving record
Willing to have a criminal record check and regular driver checks completed
Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, safely and appropriately.
Valuable communication skills with clear voice; compassionate and patient

Our Investment
Lodge and role specific orientation and ongoing training

Your commitment

Minimum commitment 6 months

📌 Shuttle Van Driver Vancouver Island Lodge Volunteer Victoria
🏢 Canadian Cancer Society
📍 Victoria