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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Southeastern PA - Headquarters

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EMAIL NED.BLOOM@REDCROSS.ORG TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS VOLUNTEER OPENING, AND ALL OF OUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES -- INCLUDING LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES IN PHILADELPHIA AND BUCKS COUNTY -- AND NATIONAL DEPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (ALL TRAINING, TRAVEL, MEALS & LODGING COVERED.)

Check out this :30 seconds of awesomeness! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GAnfNVQtbQ

DISASTER ACTION TEAM (DAT) volunteers respond to local disasters when residents are displaced from their homes providing immediate on-scene care and comfort while meeting needs for shelter, food and supplies.

  • Respond promptly when on call, physically prepared to respond within 2 hours.
  • Use personal smart phone, tablet or laptop when responding; requires ability to open and track cases.
  • Use own vehicle or public transportation to meet team, pick-up Red Cross vehicle and/or arrive on scene.
  • Sign-up for on-call shifts (minimum four 6-hour shifts/month.)
  • Complete training requirements within 90 days of onboarding, keeping current with all procedures and attending monthly meetings.

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About American Red Cross of Southeastern PA - Headquarters

Location:

2221 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 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 offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities -- including:

  • Biomedical/Blood Services as an Screener, Ambassador or Driver
  • Disaster Cycle Services as a Responder (locally and/or nationally) or Recovery Caseworker
  • Emergency Preparedness as a Smoke Alarm Installer or Youth Educator
  • Logistics
  • Community Outreach
  • Volunteer Services
  • Service to the Armed Forces
  • Administration
Over 90% of what we do is done and led by amazing Red Cross Volunteers! Join our team. Meet new friends. Learn new skills. Help where and when it is needed most. All based on your interests and availability.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Disaster Relief
Emergency & Safety
Community, Disaster Relief, Emergency & Safety

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations Philadelphia, PA 19103

(39.953186,-75.174965)
 

DATE POSTED

September 21, 2021

SKILLS

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REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Sign-up for on-call shifts (minimum four 6-hour shifts/month.)

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