Relay For Life of West Seattle-Survivor and Caregiver Lead

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Relay For Life of West Seattle is a signature fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. Composed of volunteers, the Event Leadership Team works on recruiting, event logistics, and promoting fundraising for the fight against cancer. Training is both formal and informal, varying by position and experience of the volunteer. Time commitments vary by position. All Event Leadership Team members are expected to attend monthly Relay Rallies and Leadership Team meetings. All Event Leadership Team members are expected to raise a minimum of $100 to qualify for Hope Club.

SURVIVORS AND CAREGIVERS LEAD

The Survivors and Caregivers Lead recruits, recognizes and engages survivors and caregivers from within the community.

Individuals in this role will use survivor and caregiver recruitment resources and tools to be able to clearly communicate the benefits of getting involved with the American Cancer Society and the Relay For Life event. Individuals in this role will develop relationships with and serve as the primary contact to survivors, caregivers and organizations that serve or interact with large numbers of survivors and caregivers.

-Cultivate relationships with survivors and caregivers.

-Assist Activities Lead and Ceremonies Lead to plan powerful ceremonies to celebrate and recognize survivors and caregivers.

-Assist Mission Lead to educate survivors and caregivers about the Society's cancer prevention, detection and support services.

-Collaborate with community champions to recruit new and retain previous survivors and caregivers.

-Collaborate with Recognition Lead to recognize and honor survivors and caregivers.

-Develop relationships with and serve as the point of contact for organizations that serve or connect with survivors and caregivers such as: hospitals, treatment centers, support groups, faith-based or organizations, employers, etc.