Volunteer with Canadian Blood Services (Refreshment area at Donor Centre)
(Canadian Blood Services, Halton)
Opportunity Details: Volunteer with Canadian Blood Services (Refreshment area at Donor Centre)
Comments | We are the connection between donors and patients, healthcare professionals and medical researchers. We are nationally responsible for a secure system of life essentials for transfusion and transplantation that’s reliable, accessible and sustainable. Every day we work diligently to help save lives, restore health and earn the nation’s trust. |
Contact | Eric Lapierre, Volunteer Resources Coordinator, Canadian Blood Services; Phone: 613-697-6132; Email: eric.lapierre@blood.ca |
Duties | A Donor Centre Volunteer's main responsability is in the hospitality area of blood donor events. Volunteers play an integral part in maintaining donor relationships as they provide a warm and welcoming environment post donation. They offer refreshments, thank donors and monitor for donor reactions. Volunteers work hand in hand with clinic staff to ensure a positive donation experience. |
Clients | Blood donors 17 and older |
Ages | 16 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups |
Areas of Interest | Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Customer / Sales Services ; Health Care |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently |
Commitment Length | Long Term - 6 months or more |
Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group |
Minimum Hours | 4 / Month |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
Location | 1250 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontarion |
Number of Positions | Burlington: 10 individual(s) 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going |
Transportation | Near public transit |
Police Check | Not Required |
Start Date | On or after 12 Jan 2024 |
Agency Details: Canadian Blood Services, Halton
Office Phone | Toll free 1-888-236-6283 (1-888-2-DONATE) |
feedback@blood.ca | |
Website | www.blood.ca |
Address & Map | |
Mailing Address | c/o Canadian Blood Services 1800 Alta Vista Dr Ottawa, ON K1G 4J5 |