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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Regional Volunteers - Westchester Harrison

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, West Harrison, New York, United States, 10604

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remote type

On-Site

locations

Westchester, NY

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

90808

About Us: The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue?our mission?at MSK and around the globe. Role Overview: Seeking long-term volunteers available for a weekly 3-hour shift at our outpatient facility in West Harrison, NY (500 Westchester Ave, West Harrison, NY 10604). Volunteers will support the chemo infusion area and serve as greeters in the lobby providing navigation support. Shifts available Monday

Saturday and are as follows: 9AM - 12 PM, 12 PM - 3 PM & 3 PM - 6 PM.

Key Qualifications: Before submitting an application to volunteer at MSK, please watch our Pre-Orientation video

here

for essential program information.

Be sure to review the assignment description and scheduling needs below carefully. Shifts available Monday

Saturday and are as follows: 9AM - 12 PM, 12 PM - 3 PM & 3 PM - 6 PM. Please indicate all shifts you are available for in your application. Volunteers Responsibilities: Provide

general

support

to patients and s

t

aff

in the chemo unit: round patient rooms and provide non-clinical needs (blankets, drinks, ice, etc.)

.

Support w

aiting

r

oom

as

Greeter:

e

scort patients to appointments, wheelchair retrieval and transport at entrances, round to

various

areas to

assist

as needed

.

Qualifications: Must be

16

years old or older.

Willing to commit to a weekly 3-hour shift for a

minimum of 6 months

.

Volunteers are expected to be

dependable

in attending their scheduled shifts.

If a former or

current

MSK patient, must be out of active treatment for at least one year.

Onboarding Requirements: takes 4 - 6 weeks on average If selected, complete a virtual interview. The selection process is based on scheduling needs and applicant qualifications.

Reference check: 2-3 references

B

ackground check & drug screen (*18 years and older)

Medical Clearance: COVID-19, flu and other immunizations are mandatory for volunteers, no exceptions.

Medical Clearance is at the expense of the applicant.

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If

a

candidate

fails to

follow up or complete the above

requirement

s after

30 days

, the application may be rejected

. Please note that the Volunteer Department does not oversee internships, educational programs, or shadowing opportunities.

Our program

provides

long-term opportunities supporting patients and staff

. Core Skills: Reliable, excellent interpersonal skills, compassionate, and proactive.

Be able to engage with patients, strong & communicative team player.

Must be flexible

and willing to support various areas based on daily needs,

as

directed by

V

olunteer

S

upervisor.

Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00 FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing

: At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment

decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.