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68 people are interested
Blood Transportation Specialist - Urgent Volunteer needs!
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Northern California Coastal Region
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68 people are interested
Ever wanted to save a life?
In this challenging moment, the American Red Cross needs your help. Join us as a volunteer Driver to deliver life-saving blood to those in need.
Give, deliver and receive blood, is safe.
The Red Cross collects and provides about 40% of the nation’s blood supply to hospitals and now is facing a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during this coronavirus outbreak. As a Driver, you will deliver pre-packaged blood products from a Red Cross center to hospitals, using a Red Cross vehicle.
Why is this position important?
When you deliver blood products to a hospital, you’re delivering hope to a person when they need it most. We serve cancer patients, premature babies, trauma victims, and so many more.
Time commitment:1 shift/month (typical shift = 4 hours)
Shifts available 7 days/week, mornings, afternoons, and evenings
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license
- Feel and being healthy
- 21+ years old (60 years old limit)
- Can lift a box from a vehicle to hand cart (box may weigh <45 lbs.)
Safety measures:
- Constant cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
- Gloves supply
Volunteer with a friend or family member! Drivers can be assisted by Navigators, who ride in the vehicle and assist with directions or any other way needed.
Join us today and make the difference in your community!
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About American Red Cross of Northern California Coastal Region
Location:
1663 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, 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 its 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
6230 Claremont Ave, Oakland880 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton39227 Cedar BlvdNewark, CA 94560
DATE POSTED
March 27, 2020
SKILLS
- Bus/Van Driving
- Transportation
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 21