Interesting about this job
In Groningen, the first Maggie's Centre is being built on the grounds of the UMCG. The centre will offer a healing and homely place where people who are (or have been) affected by cancer, together with their partners, family members and friends, can go free of charge for an integral offer of psychological help and counselling, complementing the medical care the hospital can offer.
We are looking for an enthusiastic host/hostess who can contribute to this and provide a warm welcome.
We offer:
- Recognition for your efforts and the impact you make.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where volunteers are valued and encouraged.
- The opportunity to help to build the first Maggie’s Centre in the Netherlands.
- A warm, homely working environment.
- Training and education on specific skills.
- A volunteer allowance.
- A travel allowance of 0.21 cents per km, maximum 22 km one way; parking is not possible at the centre, therefore we encourage the use of bicycle or use of public transport.
Job tasks and duties
As a host/hostess, you can;
- Ensure a warm welcome so that visitors (can) feel at home.
- Offering a cup of coffee or tea and having a chat with visitors.
- Explaining the possibilities within our centre.
- Find out and anticipate to the reason why visitors come to the centre.
- Referring a visitor to the relevant professional where necessary.
- Make sure the centre is clean, neat, tidy and welcoming.
- Make sure all supplies are in order and remain replenished.
Job skills and qualities
- Has affinity with our target group and the field.
- Has empathy and a sense of responsibility.
- Visitor-oriented, representative and hospitable.
- Knowing the boundaries between the tasks of a volunteer and the professional.
- Holds good communication skills.
- Able to perform physical tasks.
- Masters the Dutch language both verbally and in writing.
- Available for a longer period of time, preferably at least ééone year.
- At least 21 years old and not studying.
- één half-day (4 hours) per week is available according to a fixed schedule and also occasionally één half-day extra is available due to illness or holidays.
- is available for meetings several times a year (compulsory nature).
- Computer literate (communication centre is via email).
Extra information
Construction of Maggie's Centre started in early 2023 and we expect the centre to open by mid-March 2024. The centre will be open from 9-17.
More information about Maggie’s Centre can be found at www.maggiescenters.nl or watch the video: https://vimeo.com/684193581/7c1b426671
Job information
| Job type | Volunteer Work |
|---|---|
| Services | volunteer contract, travel expenses, volunteer reimbursement, Certificate of Good Conduct is required |
| Duration | indefinite |
| Hours per week | at least 4 hours, max 4 hours |
| Work hours of your own choosing? | No |
| Location | City center of Groningen |
Organisation address and information
Maggie's Center
Vrijdemalaan 15a
9713 WS Groningen
Website: https://maggiescenters.nl