DCS: Shelter Service Associate-Southwest FL-Sarasota County
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Central Florida & USVI
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**Purpose**
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate (SA) is a temporary role responsible for working on-site at a Red Cross shelter before, during, and/or after a disaster event. Sheltering Service Associates perform essential tasks to ensure smooth shelter operations and engage with clients to address their needs. They assist with daily shelter activities, which may include roles in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory management, information services, or other shelter areas.
**Responsibilities**
Responsibilities may vary based on assignment but may include:
- Supporting various shelter functions, such as:
- Reception
- Registration
- Dormitory
- Feeding
- Information
- Supply
- Providing excellent customer service to clients.
- Completing required virtual self-paced training (3.5 hours total).
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About American Red Cross - Central Florida & USVI
Location:
3310 W Main Street, Tampa, FL 33607, 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
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it's one displaced family, thousands affected by disaster, 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.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Sarasota CountyAll of Sarasota County, FL 34240
DATE POSTED
August 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Disaster Response
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training