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2 people are interested
Disaster Action Responder - Dauphin County
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Greater Pennsylvania Region
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2 people are interested
-Key Responsibilities-
- Respond to disaster scenes and other emergencies to offer assistance to those affected by the incident
- Interview and assist individuals and families with their disaster-caused emergency needs
- Operate shelter/evacuation centers, provide mass feeding and distribute relief supplies
- Attend training classes on an ongoing basis
When a disaster happens during your on-call shift, you will receive a call from the Emergency Communications Center (Bridge) to see if you’re available to respond.
-Qualifications-
Available to complete online and remote training >12 hours
Must be 18 years of age or older
Willingness to interact with potential clients, often in high-stress situations
Attention to detail
Flexibility to respond to disasters on short notice
To get started as a Red Cross volunteer, please visit: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=43393&h=193&p=1899125
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About American Red Cross - Greater Pennsylvania Region
Location:
701 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, 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 exists to provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world, through five key service areas:
Disaster Relief
Supporting America's Military Families
Collect lifesaving blood
Health and Safety
International Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Harrisburg, PA 17109
DATE POSTED
June 19, 2024
SKILLS
- Disaster Response
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- flexible, varies.