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7 people are interested
Clinical Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: FitSteps for Life®
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7 people are interested
FitSTEPS for Life needs charismatic, uplifting center volunteers to assist at our 5 East Texas fitness centers designed for cancer patients. Please call Ashley at (903) 561-0149 if interested. Hours and locations are flexible.
**WE HAVE AN IMMEDIATE NEED FROM 5:00-6:00PM AT ONE OF OUR TYLER LOCATIONS, TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS**
While at the center, you'll have the opportunity to support cancer patients and survivors in aerobic exercise, muscle strengthening, and stretching techniques. These programs are designed to assist patients in acheiving and maintaining as much functional mobility and endurance as possible during their cancer experience. FitSTEPS for Life is the only known evidence-based cancer rehabilitation program in the United States that is free, community-based and achieves unprecedented immediate benefits for cancer survivors.
So where do you fit in? You'll greet participants, help maintain a safe environment, and troubleshoot any problems, as well as keep in touch with staff if any problems do arise. No fitness experience is necessary and the needed safety training will be provided. Your role is vital. Without volunteers, we wouldn't be able to keep our centers open. If you're looking for a volunteer position where you get to see the difference you're making, this is it!
Requirements:
-18+
-Strong communication, reliability, accountability, able to commit to long term placement.
-Physically able to assist unstable participants.
-Willing and able to maintain strict confidentiality.
-Willing to undergo a background check.
More opportunities with FitSteps for Life®
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About FitSteps for Life®
Location:
P.O. Box 8257, Tyler, TX 75711, US
Mission Statement
FitSTEPS for Life is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with cancer by providing physical conditioning and support programs in the home, hospital, and affiliated community centers.
Description
FitSTEPS for Life is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with cancer by providing physical conditioning and support programs in dedicated community fitness centers, hospitals, and home-based programming.
FitSTEPS for Life tailors its conditioning programs to each patient's needs, including aerobic exercises, weight bearing, strengthening and stretching techniques. Trained staff evaluate each person entering the program and though participants may be extremely debilitated by disease, chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery they work with staff to design an exercise action plan based on their unique needs. Our highly qualified, degreed staff encourage self-efficacy by teaching participants how to safely use equipment independently, assisting patients to learn physiologic monitoring techniques, documenting results, and cheering their progress. Exercise mastery encourages and empowers cancer survivors to become physically active at diagnosis, during, and after treatment and to remain active throughout life.
FitSTEPS for Life is always looking for people with various backgrounds, talents and skill levels. Volunteers support FSFL by assisting with our day-to-day operations both in our centers and at the office - if you are ready to serve, we are ready to find a position that suits your talents!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
PO Box 8257Tyler, TX 75701
DATE POSTED
July 18, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Fitness Instruction
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 Hours/Week