Role: HEALTH FAIR VOLUNTEER
Dept:Cancer Prevention
Where: Various locations across N.Ireland
When: Evenings/ weekdays/ weekends
Commitment: As arranged with Volunteer Co-Ordinator
Duration: Ongoing
Purpose of role:
This is a key role in assisting the Ulster Cancer Foundation to inform the public about risk factors associated with cancer.
Responsibilities and Duties:
To represent Ulster Cancer Foundation at health fairs in various locations, providing information to the public about UCF and it’s work, and engaging with them to increase awareness of basic health issues.
Skills/ Qualifications needed:
Basic health awareness knowledge and, if possible, a background in healthcare or have studied in linked areas.
Ability to communicate easily with a large variety of different people.
Reliable and responsible disposition.
Access to a car
Training Provided:
1 days practical training with a member of staff covering knowledge of how to use demonstration models and associated information.
Initial supervision and guidance at health fairs followed by ongoing support and advice.
Reports to:
Volunteer Co-Ordinator/ Senior Cancer Prevention Officer
Other:
You will be fulfilling a vital role on behalf of UCF, helping to improve the health of the general public while building on your communication skills and gaining valuable experience.
Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed – petrol, car parking , lunch.
For more information contact Morag at moragchambers@ulstercancer.org or phone 028 9066 3281
