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18 people are interested
Emergency Translator
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross Pikes Peak Chapter
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18 people are interested
Location:
Pikes Peak Chapter
Position Title:
Emergency Translator
Purpose:
Provide Red Cross translation assistance to non-English speaking persons in emergency situation
Key Responsibilities:
• Willingness to support Red Cross Mission
• If unable to translate the request, refer to other resources
• Complete and return paperwork to Red Cross office
• Ongoing research of community language resources
Relationships:
• Red Cross, public and community agency staff, people with limited/non-English speaking skills
Qualifications:
• Able to function effectively in stressful situations
• Be fluent in English and at least one other language
• Be 18 years of age
Training:
• New Employee and Volunteer Orientation
• On-the-job support
• Fulfilling Our Mission: Translating Compassion into Community Action, Mass Care Overview, Disaster Mental Health Overview, Shelter Operations, Shelter Simulations
Appointed by:
• Emergency Services Director
Reports to or Partners with:
• Emergency Services Chair, Emergency Services Director
Length of Appointment:
• Minimum of one year, renewable
Time Commitment:
• Incident determines time needed - calls may be infrequent
Development Opportunities:
• Opportunity to meet and interact with people from different cultures
• Opportunity to practice language skills while helping people in emergency situations
• Be part of local Red Cross Team which represents the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement
More opportunities with American Red Cross Pikes Peak Chapter
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About American Red Cross Pikes Peak Chapter
Location:
1040 S 8th Street, Coloardo Springs, CO 80905, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental principles of the International Red Cross movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and ehlp people prevent, preapre for, and responde to emergencies.
Description
Disaster Relief Nonprofit Organization
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1040 South 8th StreetColorado Springs, CO 80906
DATE POSTED
March 7, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18