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Child, Teen, and Family (CTF) Events Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Cancer Support Community Los Angeles
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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21 people are interested
Psychosocial Support Volunteer for Children, Teens, and Families Impacted by Cancer
Are you friendly, outgoing, and enjoy helping kids and teens impacted by cancer?
We would love for you to join our Community!
Our Child, Teen, and Family (CTF) Events Volunteer will be responsible for assisting with our CTF social events and programs (ranging from puppy parties to arts and crafts), special events, and supervised play of children while their parents attend programs.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Setting up/Decorating the space prior to an event
- Greeting families and assisting with any needed paperwork
- Engaging with children and teens while monitoring activities (i.e. art table, games)
- Floating at event to take pictures and engage with families
- Setting up refreshments and serving to families
- Breaking down/Cleaning up after an event
- Supervising and playing with children while their parents attend programming
Shifts vary based on CTF programs and needs. Events are often on Saturdays or Evenings.
Required:
- Background Check
- Orientation/Training
- Sign and abide by safety policy
- Friendly attitude and comfortable working with children and adults with cancer
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift 20+ pounds and follow instruction
- Ability to work independently and alongside a team
Who are we?
The mission of Cancer Support Community Los Angeles is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Our programs include educational workshops, mind-body, stress reduction & exercise classes, group support & networking, individual counseling, and social gatherings. All programs and services are provided free of charge. www.cancersupportla.org.
If you are interested in volunteering in this position with Cancer Support Community Los Angeles
please contact Allison Brown, LCSW , Pediatric and AYA Coordinator at abrown@cancersupportla.org.
More opportunities with Cancer Support Community Los Angeles
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About Cancer Support Community Los Angeles
Location:
1990 S. Bundy Dr., #100, Los Angeles, CA 90025, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Cancer Support Community Los Angeles is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. All programs and services are provided at no cost to participants.
Description
Founded in 1982 by Harold Benjamin, Ph.D., Cancer Support Community Los Angeles (CSC-LA) pioneered the use of psychosocial support to help improve quality of life for people affected by cancer. CSC has grown to be the largest cancer support organization worldwide with nearly 50 affiliates, over 100 satellite locations, and three international centers.
Every aspect of our program -- support groups, educational workshops, stress reduction and exercise programs, short-term counseling, and social activities -- is grounded in evidenced-based research that validates effectiveness in diminishing distress and improving quality of life for people with cancer and caregivers.
Through our programs, people affected by cancer learn vital skills that enable them to regain control, reduce feelings of isolation and restore hope, regardless of the stage of their disease.
Our service area includes West Los Angeles, Central Los Angeles, downtown Los Angeles, South Los Angeles, East Los Angeles, and parts of the San Fernando Valley.
Recognized for more than 30 years for our service in the greater Los Angeles community, CSC-LA is known for providing the most comprehensive program of psychosocial support to people with cancer and their families. As always, all of our services are provided completely free of charge.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1990 S. Bundy Dr., #100Los Angeles, CA 90025
DATE POSTED
January 7, 2019
SKILLS
- Child Care
- Painting
- Music Therapy
- Music Arts
- Dance
- Family Therapy
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours