Mental Health Professionals sought to support disaster clients: Disaster SNH Mental Health Member
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - New Hampshire and Vermont Region
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PLACEMENT PURPOSE
Provide mental health assistance to disaster clients and staff and act as a referral source
OPEN TIME DAYS
Only occurs during large disaster events. Shifts are generally 12 hours in shelters at the onset of disaster and may be daytime or overnight. Some outreach during daytime shifts may also occur. However,｠ under certain conditions, 4 hour shifts will be acceptable.
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REQUIRED TRAINING* Orientation to the American Red Cross (online)
* Disaster Services Overview｠ (classroom or blended)
* Psychological First Aid (classroom)
* Shelter Fundamentals (online)
* Disaster Assessment Fundamentals (online)
* Client Casework (classroom)
* Supervising Volunteers Workshop - recommended (classroom)
* Fundamentals of Disaster Mental Health
Highly Recommended:
* Shelter Operations and Simulation
* PsyStart Computer Training
More opportunities with American Red Cross - New Hampshire and Vermont Region
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About American Red Cross - New Hampshire and Vermont Region
Location:
2 Maitland St., Concord, NH 03301, 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.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
28 Concord StreetNashua, NH 03064
DATE POSTED
March 21, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- No term length