Lodge Activity Volunteer - The Lodge That Gives, Halifax

Role Details Canadian Cancer Society Lodges provide a place to stay for cancer patients during their treatments away from home. It is a supportive environment for people with cancer and their adult companions. As a volunteer at the Lodge, you play an essential role in creating a home away from home for the clients and their families Description Your Duties would include:

• Plan, organize and implement activities for our lodge guests
• One evening a week, will work as a team with other activity volunteers
• Create a monthly calendar of events to share with staff and lodge guests
• Ensure activities are safe and engaging for our lodge guests

Why we need you

• Play an integral role in the fight against cancer.
• Become confident in your understanding of cancer and the cancer cause along with the impact the Society has.
• Joining a team of enthusiastic and interesting people who share your passion for supporting people effected by cancer
• Volunteering for a respected National organization and increase knowledge of cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment & support services.

What we're looking for

• Individuals that are fun and engaging
• Someone who has experience planning group recreational activities
• Creating activities that enrich the experience of our clients
• Friendly and outgoing. Comfortable working with a wide variety of people
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Patient and outgoing

Our Investment Lodge and role specific training
Your commitment

• Weekly shift, 6pm-9pm (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening availability)
• Minimum commitment 1 shift per week
• Minimum commitment 6 months