VolunteerMatch

Volunteers assist in two roles: greeter and canteen host. Greet blood donors and assist with registration or provide attention, care, and refreshments following blood donations at Red Cross sites and bloodmobiles throughout the metro area. (Fixed sites are located in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Shoreview, Bloomington, and at the VA Hospital north of the airport.)

Greeter:

• Greet donors and welcome them to the bloodmobile or fixed site.
• Keep track of donor appointments.
• Ask donors to read required donation forms.
• Direct all questions relating to the donation process or health history to appropriate Red Cross staff.

Canteen Host:

• Welcome donors to post-donation area and offer refreshments, appropriate instructions, and conversation.
• Explain importance of blood donations and encourage persons to donate regularly.
• Report any adverse donor reactions to Red Cross staff.
• Encourage donors to complete quality control evaluations.
• Maintain cleanliness in refreshment area.

Please complete your application online. Go to www.redcrosstc.org and click on "Volunteer."

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate to donors and nursing staff in a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Able to maintain confidentially in a professional manner.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Must be friendly, courteous and enjoy working cooperatively with individuals.