Provide hope as a Disaster Casework Volunteer! - La Grand
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Idaho and Montana
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Do you enjoy helping people get back on their feet? As a Disaster Casework volunteer, you will connect directly with people affected by disasters big and small to help take the next steps in their recovery journey. Red Cross volunteers support the recovery process of disaster-affected individuals, households, and communities by providing advocacy, referrals and financial assistance using our RC Care case management system.
- Be able to serve the client with care, comfort, and concern.
- Be willing to complete the required virtual self-paced training (9 hours).
- Conduct Intake by interviewing the client and opening a case in RC Care.
- Provide financial assistance to qualified clients, provide internal referrals and/or community referrals, conduct follow-up and recovery planning services.
- Availability to travel to surrounding states (minimum of 14 days working 8- or 12-hour shifts on consecutive days). Travel and lodging expenses are covered. *virtual options might be available on a case-by-case basis.
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It’s through the efforts of volunteers that we do extraordinary things! Start now to inspire hope and spread kindness through action! Complete your application now at www.redcross.org/volunteertoday -or- click on the I want to Help button to request more information.
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About American Red Cross of Idaho and Montana
Location:
5380 W Franklin Rd, Boise, ID 83705, 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:
- 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
Multiple locations La Grande, OR 97850
DATE POSTED
September 24, 2021
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Customer Service
- Case Work / Management
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers will be deployed to disaster affected areas across the region or United States depending on the need. Complete 9 hours of training and be able to serve for 14 consecutive days.