Holistic centre fundraising volunteers

Daily supervision: Holistic centre staff

Accountability: Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre business manager and head of complimentary therapies

Location: Trinity Holistic Centre, The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough

Aim: To raise awareness of the holistic centre and the services it provides. By providing this volunteer service you will help to support the care of patients with a cancer diagnosis and their families.

Holistic centre fundraiser volunteers will:

Provide fundraising support for the holistic centre
Support and organise a range of events and activities to raise money for the service
Help to distribute posters and leaflets promoting fundraising opportunities
Liaise with holistic centre staff and other colleagues regarding events and activities
Liaise with community groups and businesses in the local area when necessary
Collect donations as required and act as point of contact for events and donations
Recognising the Trust policies and procedures and adhere to them at all times
Use professional communication skills to converse effectively with a wide range of people
Assist with the completion of fundraising documentation
Recognise and respect confidentiality of everyone
Present with appropriate work place behaviour
Use professional interaction when learning to cope with new situations.
Show respect, good manners and workplace etiquette
Be able to work independently and as part of a team
Be self-directive

Personal qualities:

Excellent communication skills
Commitment to the volunteering service
Ability to work alone and as part of team
Polite and approachable
Friendly and professional approach

Training requirements:

Trust corporate training
Therapeutic Support Programme – Volunteer Induction Training
IT training – as required and only if necessary to the role
Donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE)

There may also be opportunities for you to attend other training events hosted by the Macmillan Cancer Support Services.

Your commitment:

Your commitment to this role will be discussed on an individual basis.

Communications:

The holistic centre and the therapeutic support programme team will provide you with any information updates, training opportunities and upcoming events on a regular basis.