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ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Southeastern PA - Headquarters

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This position is for training mental health care professions and supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The role of the Disaster Mental Health Service Associate (SA) or Worker is to serve as a member of a temporary work unit on a disaster relief operation to provide disaster mental health support to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster.

  • Responsibilities
    • Support the emotional health of individuals, families, communities and Red Cross workers through the use of disaster mental health interventions.
    • Assist in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.
    • Facilitate long-term recovery for clients by providing disaster mental health support and connection to local resources.
    • Be available to provide disaster mental health support to staff as necessary.

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About American Red Cross of Southeastern PA - Headquarters

Location:

2221 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 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 offers a wide variety of volunteer opportunities -- including:

  • Biomedical/Blood Services as an Screener, Ambassador or Driver
  • Disaster Cycle Services as a Responder (locally and/or nationally) or Recovery Caseworker
  • Emergency Preparedness as a Smoke Alarm Installer or Youth Educator
  • Logistics
  • Community Outreach
  • Volunteer Services
  • Service to the Armed Forces
  • Administration
Over 90% of what we do is done and led by amazing Red Cross Volunteers! Join our team. Meet new friends. Learn new skills. Help where and when it is needed most. All based on your interests and availability.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Crisis Support
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Crisis Support

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

601 Westtown Road Ste 385West Chester, PA 19382

(39.96041,-75.58366)
 

SKILLS

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Disaster Response
  • Bereavement Support
  • Case Work / Management
  • Counseling / Mental Health
  • Crisis Counseling

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Flexible but picks up when there is an ongoing response.

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