Lifebus Volunteer (Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinics)

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Lifebus Volunteer
(Canadian Blood Services, Blood Donor Clinics)

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Position ID: 2122

Last Modified: 21 Aug 2012

Last Full Update: 21 Aug 2012

Opportunity Details

Contact

Ms Carly Watson, Coordinator, Volunteer Resources, Canadian Blood Services; Phone: 905-304-6349; Fax: 905-304-5813; Email: carly.watson@blood.ca

More Info Link

www.blood.ca

Duties

* Review the vehicle for proper operation and maintenance before each trip and fill out other logs are required.
* Greet and welcome donors so they feel comfortable and appreciated.
* Safely pick up donors at pre-arranged locations, drive donors to the clinic and transport them back to the original locations.
* Assist donors to get in and out of vehicles safely.
* Provide donors with donation information and other handouts, as required.
* May involve transporting supplies and/or other volunteers.
* Regularly review written volunteer duties and centre specific procedures.

Benefits

* Opportunity to contribute to Canada’s blood system by assisting donors to feel valued and
appreciated for their donation.
* Satisfaction of knowing your efforts are helping save lives and improving the quality of life of those requiring blood and blood products.
* Meet and interact with a variety of people.

Clients

Blood donors between the ages of 17 and 71.

Dates and Times

Monday: Morning, Afternoon
Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
Friday: Morning, Afternoon

Seasons

Year Round - Slower periods over the summer months.

Location

Various locations - Main location at 35 Stone Church Road in Ancaster (near Golf Links Road).

Accessibility

Not Applicable

Number of Positions

Ancaster: 1 individual(s)

1 individual(s) needed in total.

Volunteers out of Ancaster location at 35 Stone Church Road.

Ages

25 year(s) - 75 year(s)

Suitable for OSSD

Minimum Hours

8 / Week

Commitment Length

Long Term (more than 12 months)

Training

Orientation - See the note below. ; Training is provided - See the note below. ; * CBS’ volunteer orientation/information.
* Attend defensive driver training within twelve months of placement.
* Road test and/or probationary period may be required.
* Training on SOP 01016 – operation of vehicle and maintenance of vehicle.

Transportation

On Bus Route - Main location is on the 41 Mohawk and 43 Stone Church bus routes. ; * Must have a safe driving record and a minimum of three years’ experience.
* Class B or E driver's licence is an asset.

Interaction Level

Solitary ; One-on-one ; Small Group

Start Date

On or after 20 Aug 2012

Volunteer Categories

Delivery ; Driving ; Van/Bus Driver

Skills/Experience

* Friendly, outgoing and able to demonstrate good communication and listening skills.
* Knowledge of the community where transportation will take place.
* Able to work independently as well as in a team
* Sensitive and respectful of the dignity of all people.
* Able to relate to different personalities and age groups in a variety of situations.
* Sound judgment and ability to think quickly and react appropriately under pressure.
* Professional in manner and appearance.
* Reliable and punctual.
* CPR/First Aid would be an asset.
* Class B or E driver's licence is an asset.

Additional Requirements

Driver Abstract.

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