Reach to Recovery Volunteer

Project Description:
We are looking for breast cancer survivors who are willing to volunteer their time to support current breast cancer patients during their cancer journey. We require that all volunteer-visitors be one year past their most recent treatment for breast cancer. Exceptions are made for those receiving hormonal therapies. Survivors who have experienced a recurrence or metastasis will be evaluated individually
Skills Category:
Mentoring
Additional Skills Required:
Initial qualifications for basic volunteer training: · Treated for breast cancer · Recovered from breast cancer surgery and, if applicable, post-reconstructive surgery · One year past most recent treatment, excluding hormonal therapies · Exhibits relevant personal characteristics: 1. Emotionally well-adjusted and physically well 2. Empathetic 3. Articulate 4. Well groomed and otherwise suitable in appearance to make face-to-face contacts · Complete volunteer application process Qualifications for initial certification: · Complete Reach to Recovery Volunteer basic training ("certification") · Complete "buddy" visits and/or other supervised contacts · Receive approval from Regional Volunteer Coordinator and/or trainer to initiate independent contacts Qualifications for re-certification: · Complete re-certification training every 2 years in accordance with Division policies · Demonstrate effectiveness in patient contacts (as measured by patient feedback or other Division assessment methods) · Comply with guidelines and policies of the American Cancer Society and Reach to Recovery program · Accept and complete assignments in a timely manner, including follow-up contacts and documentation
Location:
Virtual Project (Home/Office)
Committment:
Ongoing Project
Application Process:
Click here to Apply