Summary Description
YWCA Boston is committed to eliminating health disparities in Greater Boston. Providing high quality health education and referrals to critical health screenings are core components of our work. Breast Health Phone-a-thon callers will assist YWCA Boston in reaching women to encourage and support their self-care.
Volunteers are supported by professional YWCA Boston staff and will receive training prior to participating in a Phone-a-Thon. Phone-a-Thons occur approximately 3 times per year in the evenings. Volunteers can participate in 1 or more per year.
Qualifications
Strong communication skills
Basic knowledge of preventative breast health is helpful
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated ability to successfully work in an environment with economic, racial, ethnic and gender diversity.
Enthusiasm, positive sense of humor and can do attitude.
Ability to speak Spanish, Portuguese or Haitian Creole a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Call women to determine their breast health status and offer support
Complete all related paperwork and reporting
Represent YWCA Boston in a professional manner
Apply for this Volunteer/Internship Opportunity.