During these uncertain times, how can we help?

As the world leader in volunteerism we feel a responsibility to unite our broader community, and to use this moment to become stronger.

See below to access our COVID-19 Resource Hub, and to explore our growing directory of COVID-19-specific and virtual volunteering opportunities.
COVID-19 RESOURCES | COVID-19 VOLUNTEERING | VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Read More
 

Disaster Action Team Volunteer - Covington County, AL

Save to Favorites

American Red Cross - Alabama Mississippi Region

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 16 people are interested
logo

Are you looking to do something life-changing in your community, work with a passionate team, and help others when it's needed most? Join us!

The American Red Cross is active in Covington County, AL and we're looking for volunteers to help with disaster relief. We help local families that need food, shelter, clothing and other emergency services after their home was lost in a fire or flood. In addition to helping after a disaster, Red Cross volunteers helped in preventing fires by installing smoke alarms at no cost to families.

Join us and volunteer with the Red Cross today! We work with your schedule and we will support you every step of the way. The training includes online courses and response calls. Watch the video below to see Red Cross volunteers in action, as you too can make a positive influence in your community. We work together as a cohesive unit and as one family. Sleeves Up. Hearts Open. All In.

Disaster Action Team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-yamNDUbsn0

Job Description:

To provide support and assistance to individuals and families who have been impacted by a local disaster.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Works as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours
  • Delivers immediate direct client assistance in accordance with Red Cross standards and procedures.
  • Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings by Chapter/Region
  • Commits to being available during assigned shifts, and communicate scheduling conflicts with DAT Leadership

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated commitment to the Red Cross mission
  • Able to follow Red Cross DAT and other related standards and procedures.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and/or a timely, reliable way to get to the scene.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location:

  • On the road or work from home

Benefits:

  • Work from home
  • Flexible schedule

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • On call

Company's website:

  • https://www.redcross.org/

63 More opportunities with American Red Cross - Alabama Mississippi Region

2 Reviews

About American Red Cross - Alabama Mississippi Region

Location:

700 Caldwell Trace, Birmingham, AL 35242, 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.

Crisis Support
Disaster Relief
Emergency & Safety

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Covington County AreaAndalusia, AL 36420

DATE POSTED

January 15, 2021

SKILLS

  • Disaster Response
  • Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
  • Safety & Disaster Education

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • Must be available for at least 2 shifts per month
  • Choose your availability based on a rotating on-call schedule

Report this opportunity