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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Cascades Region
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PLACEMENT PURPOSE
Provide support to disaster relief operations by deploying, placing and supporting qualified volunteers into Disaster Relief positions during local and national emergencies.
OPEN TIME DAYS
Varies based on disaster activity.⦆ Volunteers participate in training at the beginning of their assignment and in exercises once placed.
Red Cross orientation
Disaster Services Overview
Cascades Region Overview
Staffing Services training (online)
On the job training
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About American Red Cross - Cascades Region
Location:
3131 N. Vancouver Ave, Portland, OR 97227, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it's one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things. The Red Cross workforce is made up of over 90% volunteers, meaning our mission is carried out by community members like yourself.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
308 SW Coast HwyNewport, OR 97365
DATE POSTED
February 20, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 6 months.