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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Southeastern PA - Headquarters

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 DEPLOYMENTS (TRAINING, TRAVEL, MEALS & LODGING COVERED.)

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DUTY OFFICERS work with local authorities to determine Red Cross response to local disasters, immediately dispatching volunteer teams and resources while providing off-site support for in-field teams and personnel. Remote/virtual volunteer opportunity can be performed from home after in-field experience and training.

  • Ensure response teams have tools, knowledge and resources needed to provide disaster relief services.
  • Sign-up for on-call shifts (minimum one 6-hour shift/week.)
  • Demonstrate leadership, coordination and communication skills during potentially stressful situations.
  • 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

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

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

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