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Data Entry Clerk Volunteer

Program HELP (Health Equipment Loan Program)
Position HELP – Data Entry Clerk

Description

The Canadian Red Cross HELP loans health equipment (with medical referral) to people in need. Computerized records keeping and communications are key components to operating a loan depot. Functioning as a frontline computer person, Data Entry volunteers enter client information and loan activity into the data base and on occasion run inventory or statistical reports when required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Data Entry Clerk
  • Enters client information and loan activities into the computer
  • Run reports
  • Maintains inventory records
  • Communicates with Team Leader and head office as needed
  • Provides excellent customer service to clients, both in-person and over the phone
  • Documents all necessary information related to the loaning and return of medical equipment
  • Encourages, receives and secures donations in support of the program and/or other Red Cross appeals 
  • Understands and upholds the Red Cross Fundamental Principles and Mission Statement
  • Works as part of a Red Cross team of staff and volunteers 
  • Complies with Red Cross HELP policies and procedures and is familiar with the equipment provided through this service

Duration:  Ongoing; minimum of 6 month commitment

Time Commitment

  • Morning and afternoon shifts, approx 3 – 4 hours 
  • Requested to commit to one shift per week

Location:   Throughout the BC Southern Interior – see our depot locations

Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Comfortable with basic paperwork; legible printing/writing
  • Has experience working with Windows and other programs, data entry experience would be beneficial, but not mandatory
  • Must enjoy working with people from varied backgrounds and have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Must be a minimum of 19 years of age 
  • Willing to submit to a Criminal Record Check

Training & Meetings

  •  “Introduction to the Movement” orientation to the Red Cross 
  • Equipment Overview & Customer Service 
  • Preventing Disease Transmission 
  • Equipment Cleaning

Benefits to Volunteer

  • Opportunity to provide a much needed service to others in the community
  • Experience working in a health care-related program
  • Enhance computer skills
  • Experience working as part of a team

Application & Interview Process

  • Complete a Volunteer Application form with two references
  • Submit a criminal record check 
  • A personal interview to explore how and where to best use skills and talents.

*All volunteer records are confidential.

Please download and complete the following forms:

Contact:  Marie McKiernan
Telephone: 1 800-661-3308 ext. 201
E-mail:  bcsi@redcross.ca

* Please specify which location you are interested in volunteering at.

See our depot locations

Posted:  June 7, 2010