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Red Cross- Help us make our blood drives feel safe and our donors right at home!
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross
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1 person is interested
Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Whether a patient receives whole blood, red cells, platelets or plasma, this lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation. The Red Cross holds about 500 blood drives every day. We need volunteers like you to make these blood drives a success.
One 5 hour shift per month is the minimum requirement.
PLACEMENT PURPOSE
This is not a phlebotomy position.
Our Blood Donor Ambassadors provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. Engage with blood donors to make the donation experience fulfilling and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations.
Make donors feel safe and welcome. Greet them, answer any questions or concerns they have for the donation process.
Check and manage the temperatures of donors, explain the reasoning and why they are being deferred when applicable.
Show patience and understanding to donors. Direct them to next steps of donation or options for future donations if deterred.
Share with donors the Red Cross story, mission, vision, and values to help give them a better understanding of their impact.
Provide care to donors in Hospitality Area; make sure they are recognized for their contribution. Question for and report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to collections staff.
Help uphold COVID-19 safety protocols (social distancing, masks, cleanliness, etc.) during their visit as to provide maximum safety to others health.
More opportunities with American Red Cross
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About American Red Cross
Location:
5425 Route 70 West, Pennsauken, NJ 08109, 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
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
Various locations and zip codes throughoutCumberland County, NJ 08315
DATE POSTED
March 25, 2021
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Operations
- Community Outreach
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We ask that you commit to at least one blood drive per month; each shift lasts approximately 5 hours
- American Red Cross Orientation; Blood Donor Ambassador Training