Feeding Worker - Giles County

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Would you like to lend a helping hand to individuals and families affected by disasters? Join us as a Mass Care Feeding Associate with the American Red Cross!

Here's what you'll do:

· Serve as a feeding worker on a disaster relief operation, supporting the Regional Disaster Cycle Services Department

· Prepare and serve meals that meet required cultural, religious, and dietary sensitivities of clients, always practicing Safe Food Handling

· Maintaining clear communication and collaboration with supervisor and peers

Qualifications:

• Must be willing and able to volunteer in-person at disaster shelters before, during and/or after a disaster
• Capable of meeting physical requirements such as lifting 20 pounds, sitting or standing for 2-hour periods, walking 2 miles during a shift and climbing stairs
• For local disasters, commit to multiple shifts lasting 4-12 hours each. If you choose to work disasters outside your area, commit to 14 consecutive days with shifts of 8 or 12 hours
• Adaptability and patience to work in a dynamic environment where priorities may change frequently.

To hear from others who have volunteered in this role, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7Fx-V2lZlc

Ready to make a difference? Apply here: https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer.html

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.