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Disaster Action Team Specialist-Seminole County
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Central Florida & USVI
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This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery.
Disaster Action Team (DAT) Specialists respond to local disasters and provide immediate
compassion and care to clients.
Some requirements include being available to respond reliably to local disasters during assigned
shifts in RC Respond, the DAT scheduling system, and communicate scheduling conflicts with DAT Leadership, must sign up for the minimum number of required shifts per month as determined by the region and be able to follow Red Cross DAT and other related standards and procedures.
Some qualifications include:
* Must have a valid driver's license and/or a timely, reliable way to get to the scene.
* Comfortable working independently and within a team.
* Ability to work with a broad variety of people with diverse backgrounds.
* Ability to listen actively and work well with others.
* Ability to function in a dynamic and stressful environment.
Bilingual is a bonus!
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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
Community,
Crisis Support,
Disaster Relief
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Winter Springs, FL 32708
(28.68204 ,-81.26289 )
DATE POSTED
February 7, 2025
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Disaster Response
- Community Outreach
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 6-12 hour shifts
- 24 hours a month minimum