Emergency Outreach Hero - Centre County

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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Greater Pennsylvania Region

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Volunteer as a Disaster Action Team Responder

Join the Red Cross Disaster Action Team as a beacon of hope in your community! The Red Cross responds to around 65,000 emergencies, primarily local, personal crises like home fires every year. These incidents may not make headlines, but they're life-altering for those affected. Disaster Action Team volunteers stand ready 24/7 to provide immediate relief and compassionate support, ensuring no family faces disaster alone.

As a trained volunteer, you'll offer a listening ear, meet urgent needs for shelter and supplies, and connect individuals with resources for long-term recovery. Whether on the road on the scene or supporting remotely, you'll make a real difference in people's lives during their most challenging moments.

Key Skills & Requirements:

  • Team-oriented and adaptable

  • Available for at least 4-6 hours per week

  • Empathetic, compassionate, and calm under pressure

  • Bilingual (preferred)

  • Comfortable navigating uncertain situations

  • Experience with disaster response (a plus)

In this role, you'll deliver emotional support, financial aid, and guidance to help families start the recovery process. After initial training, you'll be prepared to respond within 2 hours, day or night, rain or shine. With time and experience, you can take on leadership roles and coordinate responses, gaining valuable skills that can be applied to more significant disaster efforts.

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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

Community
Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing
Community, Disaster Relief, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

State College, PA 16801

(40.7939,-77.8444)
 

SKILLS

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Bilingual
  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4-6 hours per week

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