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About the Position
Position:
2972 - Wheels of Hope Volunteer Driver
Organization:
Position Address:
Various locations/destinations in Peel region
Location:
Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon
Goal

The Canadian Cancer Society’s Wheels of Hope program is looking for more volunteer drivers to help residents of Ontario. As a volunteer driver, you can give the gift of a ride to people with cancer who need help getting to and from their life-saving cancer treatments and other appointments. Mileage reimbursement or tax receipt is provided.
Description

As a Wheels of Hope Volunteer Driver, you'll typically:

  • Respond to requests for client rides from the Transportation Coordinator, ideally via email, and wherever possible being flexible with your schedule as busy days/times/periods change
  • Confirm travel arrangements with your client the day before
  • Put client safety first by following safe driving procedures and keeping your licence and insurance details in good standing and updated
  • Adhere to all Canadian Cancer Society policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines including client confidentiality, role boundaries, and our 100% 'smoke free' policy

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Benefits

  • Become a key volunteer in helping CCS clients fight the disease 
  • Opportunity to volunteer with a nationally recognized and highly regarded community service organization 
  • Learn about your community's resources in the fight against cancer
  • Develop and enhance your skills in respect of human services + Volunteer your valuable hours with direct impact
  • Mileage reimbursement or tax receipt is provided
Qualifications

In taking on the role of Wheels of Hope Volunteer Driver, you understand that cancer can change everything and that CCS clients accessing critical programs and services is a top priority. Specific requirements:

  • You have a valid Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence with a maximum of 3 demerit points and an acceptable driving record (subject to verification on request)
  • You have ongoing access to, or own, a reliable, smoke-free motor vehicle that carries a minimum of $1M third party liability insurance as required in Ontario 
  • Commitment to ensure that the CCS client whom you're driving has a pleasant ride, without having to worry about transport or making an appointment on time
  • Reliable access to the Internet (email/scheduling software), necessary to communicate effectively with CCS clients and the Transportation Coordinator
  • Commitment to represent CCS positively as you interact with members of the public and are a guest in treatment facilities, such as Hospitals, Cancer Centres, and Lodges
  • Criminal backgroud check is required
  • Follow all CCS procedures and commitment to client confidentiality

SCREENING of applicants will be virtual (Telephone/Email/Interviewing online), unless otherwise advised

Min Age: 18
Max Age: 100   
Police Check: Required   
Resume:Not required   
Driver's Licence: Required   
Proof of Vaccination: Not required

Time Commitment
This is a Any Duration commitment
Shifts are available on the following days
 - Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Wednesday Morning, Wednesday Afternoon, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon

FLEXIBLE, subject to a mutually agreed WEEKLY SCHEDULE: We ask our volunteer drivers to dedicate a MINIMUM of a half-day to one day weekly, although we are able to accommodate those able to give a few days a month or during particular times of the year (ie summer months, winter months). Every effort will be given to providing you with your schedule at least 3 days ahead of time, bearing in mind client demand and other factors, including your preference/availability.
Training

ORIENTATION and TRAINING are provided, together with ongoing support from your local Transportation Coordinator, who will be providing your driving schedule and be there to help you throughout your time on the road.
More Details
Areas of Interest: Customer Service, Healthcare, Life Skills & Accessibility, Transportation
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Co-op Placements, Newcomers, Older Adults
How to Contact
Send an Email Message
Social Media
http://www.cancer.ca
https://www.facebook.com/CanadianCancerSociety
https://twitter.com/cancersociety
https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-cancer-society/
https://www.youtube.com/user/CDNCancerSociety
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