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Be the Red Cross mission in action: Join our Disaster Services Response Team!
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross Central California Region
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The American Red Cross prepares and responds to emergencies that vary in scale, and location. We are currently seeking volunteers with an interest in long term engagement; that starts with being a local preparedness team member or emergency responder. Disaster Services makes up more than half of the work we do to support Central California (including Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties).
Time Commitment:
Flexible, with a monthly commitment
Must be willing to complete an online training curriculum (5-15 hours dependent on the opportunity you select)
Training(s):
Orientation to the American Red Cross
Online and in-person training on Red Cross Emergency Response and functions
Training on Volunteer Connection (online volunteer database)
Ongoing and as-needed for role development
Functions/Areas Needed:
-Staffing and Workforce Engagement
-Logistics and Supply Management
-Fundraising and Donation Management
-Disability Integration
-Government Relations
-Community Partnerships
-Training and Preparedness Education
-Preparedness Event Coordination
-Operation Planning and Information Dissemination
-Admin/in-office support
-Sheltering/Mass Care
-Translators in Casework and Sheltering
-Technology/IT
-Leadership (development opportunity!!!)
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About American Red Cross Central California Region
Location:
1300 W. Shaw Ave., Ste. 4B, Fresno, CA 93711, 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
Types of volunteer opportunities may include:
Boots on the Ground -- Your role could be to respond to home fires and other emergencies in your community, conduct in-home smoke alarm installations, or working in a wildfire shelter providing safe accommodations.
Instructor/Presenter positions to deliver education programs focused on preparedness, disasters and how to "Be Red Cross Ready" to adults and youth.
Working behind the Scenes positions include Keep the Red Cross Running -- Your role could be administrative/office support, scheduling shifts for your fellow volunteers, or logistics management to ensure disaster relief operations have the necessary supplies and equipment.
Lead the Way -- "Leadership" volunteers guide our efforts, inspire our volunteers and hold us accountable to the highest standards. Your role could be to lead a small team of fellow volunteers, act as an advisor to a Red Cross Club for youth, or support local Red Cross services by joining an advisory board or the Board of Directors.
Tell the Red Cross Story -- Communications & Outreach volunteers educate the public about Red Cross services and stories in your community. By getting our message out, you'll educate people in need about how we can help, while attracting volunteers and donors to the mission.
You can make a difference today at by becoming a volunteer at redcross.org/volunteer
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
836 Calle PlanoCamarillo, CA 93010
DATE POSTED
March 27, 2019
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Safety & Disaster Education
- Warehousing
- Strategic Planning
- Disaster Response
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 1 year minimum; willingness to train and response within a specific function.
- Flexible, team player, comfort with computers, willingness to respond, ability to be on-call, passion for volunteering and serving humanity in times of need