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PLACEMENT PURPOSE To respond to the psycho-social needs of survivors and response workers across the continuum of preparedness, response and recovery. Mental health work in disaster settings is both uniquely challenging and rewarding. With your help, we can provide compassionate and essential support to people in their time of greatest need.
OPEN TIME DAYS On-call per availability; will respond if called by Disaster Action Team
REQUIRED TRAINING Complete on-line Red Cross orientation courses
QUALIFICATIONS Licensed mental health professional (LPCC or psychologist)
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ﾒ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.
