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7 people are interested
Pittsburgh VA Hospital Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
Please visit the new page to apply.
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7 people are interested
Purpose: Red Cross volunteers are committed to making the stay of sick and disabled men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces more enjoyable.
Responsibilities:
Willingness to support Red Cross Mission
Volunteer and support specific services, in critical roles that match your talents such as:
- Clinical Administrative Volunteer, Information, Hospital Escort or Desk Worker
- Adopt-a-Veteran Program Participant
- Personal Services Volunteer, Patient Visitor or Family Volunteer
- Crafts Assistant, Event Planner or Librarian
- Transportation Network Providers
- Coffee/Snack/Book Cart Volunteers
- Professional Medical Volunteers
- Veterans History Project
Time Commitment: Dependent upon arrangement made with VA hospital
Qualifications:
- Completed Red Cross volunteer application and interview
- Reliable transportation to VA Hospital
- Interview and application with the VA Hospital
Development Opportunity:
- Can be trained in American Red Cross courses
- Opportunity to serve the community
- Affiliation with one of the most well-respected, internationally-known humanitarian organizations
- Enhance interpersonal and helping skills
Training:
- Orientation to American Red Cross
- Orientation to VA Hospital Program
- Knowledge of VHA Handbook 1620.1- Dept of Veteran Affairs Voluntary Service Procedure, VHA
- Handbook1620.02 Volunteer Transportation Network, and Handbook for Red Cross Volunteer
- Service in Veteran Affairs Health Care Facilities. (ARC 3305)
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About The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
Location:
2201 Liberty Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222, 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, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4100 Allequippa StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219
DATE POSTED
November 13, 2024
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Veteran Care
- Multi-Tasking
- Organization
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training