Disaster Action Team Needs Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross
Please visit the new page to apply.
The Disaster Action Team (DAT) serves as the first,
on-the-scene, Red Cross contact at the site of a
disaster. While not considered first responders in
the technical sense, DAT members are typically the
first people at a disaster scene who provide comfort
and direct assistance to help those who have been
affected as they begin the recovery process.
When disaster strikes, DAT members are generally
dispatched in teams of two to three people: an
experienced DAT Responder and one or more DAT
members in training.
Specific responsibilities include:
* Conducting damage assessments of affected
dwellings and determining habitability
* Initiating casework to ensure that people have
shelter, food and clothing to meet immediate
needs after a disaster
* Supporting the "Mass Care" function, including
assisting with feeding and shelter operations for larger scale disaster responses.
How do I join the Disaster Action Team?
1. Visit www.redcross.org/volunteer
2. When prompted, enter your home zip code
and choose "Disaster Services" as your area of
interest.
3. Select the "Disaster Action Team Recruit"
position for your home county, and click through
the steps to complete an online application and
background check.
More opportunities with American Red Cross
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About American Red Cross
Location:
344 W. Genesee Street, SYRACUSE, NY 13202, US
Mission Statement
The mission statement of the American Red Cross is as follows, "The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and he generosity of donors.
Description
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Throughout Madison CountyCazenovia, NY 13035
DATE POSTED
March 14, 2019
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Must be capable of working at a disaster scene