Meet the Mental Health Needs of Our Clients Affected by Disaster

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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Texas Gulf Coast Region

  • Purpose This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health (DMH) services to clients and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery within a chapter/region.
  • Responsibilities
    1. Provide Disaster Mental Health interventions to clients impacted by a disaster.
    2. Participate in relevant meetings and activities as a member of the Disaster Mental Health chapter team.
    3. Participate in preparedness efforts, such as the Home Fire Campaign or community disaster education.
    4. Help facilitate long-term recovery for clients impacted by disaster.
    5. Assist the chapter in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.
    6. Support other disaster responders before, during and after disaster response using staff mental health strategies.
  • Time Commitment

    Varies depending on local disaster events

  • Qualifications

    Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.

    CURRENT DISASTER MENTAL HEALTH ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 2017

    A. CURRENTLY LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:

    • At minimum, holds a master’s degree in one of the mental health professions listed below; and
    • Holds a current, unencumbered license from, or is registered with, any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW)

    B. CURRENT SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS AND SCHOOL COUNSELORS:

    • At minimum, holds a master’s degree in school psychology or school counseling; and
    • Holds a current, unexpired license or certification as a school psychologist or school counselor issued by a state board of education.

    C. CURRENT PSYCHIATRIC NURSES:

    • Have a state license as a registered nurse; and
    • Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a psychiatric setting, verified by a letter from a current or previous employer.

    D. RETIRED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:

    • Meet the above educational criteria for specified profession; and
    • Held a license (any level license) from any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychiatric nurse or psychiatrist, or a certificate as a school psychologist or school counselor, within the 5 years* prior to on-boarding as a Disaster Mental Health worker; and
    • Maintained a license or certification in good standing upon retirement and without any disciplinary action taken by the issuing U.S. state or territory licensing or certification board.

    * If a prospective Disaster Mental Health volunteer has been retired for more than 5 years, the corresponding Disaster Mental Health Division Advisor should be consulted. See the Disaster Mental Health and Disaster Health Services Advisor Program Roster for a list of advisors and their contact information.

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About American Red Cross - Texas Gulf Coast Region

Location:

2700 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77098, 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. La Cruz Roja Americana previene y alivia el sufrimiento humano frente a emergencias movilizando el poder de los voluntarios y la generosidad de los donantes.

Description

Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether its one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things.

Todos los días, la Cruz Roja Americana ayuda a las personas en situaciones de emergencia. Ya sea que se trate de una familia desplazada, miles de víctimas de desastres, o brindar atención y consuelo a un miembro del servicio o veterano enfermo o lesionado o apoyo a un miembro de la familia militar, nuestro trabajo vital es posible gracias a personas como usted. Es a través del tiempo y el cuidado de la gente común que podemos hacer cosas extraordinarias.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Crisis Support
Disaster Relief
Community, Crisis Support, Disaster Relief

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

4369 Corona Dr STE 100Corpus Christi, TX 78411

DATE POSTED

March 29, 2024

SKILLS

  • Mental Health
  • Counseling / Mental Health
  • Crisis Counseling
  • Psychology
  • Social Work

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training

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