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33 people are interested
Would you like to help cancer patients in downtown Seattle?
ORGANIZATION: American Cancer Society
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33 people are interested
As an American Cancer Society (ACS) Cancer Resource Center volunteer at Swedish Hospital on First Hill in Seattle, you can help connect cancer patients to local programs, services, day-to-day help and emotional support. You will be trained to listen and connect patients and their loved ones with: rides to treatment, free cosmetic courses for women going through chemotherapy, lodging during treatment, wigs, hats, peer support and more. We are looking for individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills who are passionate about working directly with patients. You will be asked to collect patient information for referrals to programs and must feel comfortable doing so. You will establish a connection with cancer patients and assist with meeting their cancer-related needs in a fun, collaborative and supportive environment.
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About American Cancer Society
Location:
0330 SW Curry Street, Seattle, OR 97239, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the American Cancer Society is to save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer. Our vision is to achieve progress towards that here in Oregon and SW Washington. The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Description
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization aimed at eliminating cancer as a major health problem this century! We do this by helping people stay well, helping people get well, finding cures and fighting back!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1221 Madison StreetSeattle, WA 98104
DATE POSTED
July 12, 2017
SKILLS
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Patient Care
- General Education
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hours per week.
- 1 year commitment. Shifts are weekdays between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm.