The following article is written by the Canadian Cancer Society:
BE a part of something BIG and here’s why…
THE CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
At the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) we are committed to improving the cancer experience by helping people with cancer live their lives more fully. CCS’s Wheels of Hope program helps people who can’t get to their cancer treatment appointments, providing trips when people need us most.
Wheels of Hope drivers not only provide a means for clients to get to their critical cancer treatments, but offer a safe, supportive ride along the way. You’ll become an important part of each client’s support team, so your familiarity with Society programs and services and referring to them as appropriate will ensure everyone has access to the supports they need.
DO YOU:
Enjoy meeting a variety of people?
Desire to help people affected by cancer critical programs and services?
Have a flexible schedule?
Have great leadership and interpersonal skills?
If yes, become a dedicated Wheels of Hope driver!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
As a Wheels of Hope driver, you will be responsible for:
Responding to requests for client rides from the Transportation Coordinator, ideally via email, and wherever possible being flexible with your schedule as busy days/times/periods change
Confirm travel arrangements with client(s) by phone
Offer minimal assistance to get clients in and out of the car (no lifting permitted)
OUR INVESTMENT
As an organization we will provide you with training and support to prepare you for this important role. You will be part of the larger Wheels of Hope team, including over 1600 volunteer drivers and many staff who share your desire to help as many people as possible get to their treatments.
YOUR COMMITMENT
This is an important leadership role. We ask that you dedicate at minimum a half day to one day weekly, although we are able to accommodate those able to give a few days a month or during particular times of the year (ie summer months, winter months).
GET ENGAGED
Have we piqued your curiosity? If so, here’s how to express your interest in being a part of something BIG
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 www.cancer.ca