Disaster Response Volunteer - Train Now, Deploy When Needed! Washington, DC
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region
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Purpose:
Be prepared to respond effectively to disasters. Preparedness is crucial! Training ensures readiness to assist during emergencies like hurricanes, enhancing our ability to support those affected efficiently. This role signifies readiness to train for future deployments. Training is self-paced and must be completed within 4 weeks.
Local Operations:
No long-term commitment needed for local disaster response. For deployments outside the region, availability for 14 consecutive days is required, unless licensed in a health specialty (10-day requirement for health professionals). Tasks include sheltering, feeding, supply distribution, logistics, and other non-licensed activities.
Responsibilities:
Do not apply if already a Disaster Cycle Services Volunteer. Responsibilities vary by assignment, commonly including shelter support:
Reception and registration
Dormitory management
Feeding assistance
Information dissemination
Supply management
Provide excellent client service and complete 3.5 hours of virtual self-paced training.
Time Commitment:
Upon training completion, be available for 14 consecutive days for deployments (local or regional). Volunteers may need to travel outside the region for major disasters, accepting potential hardships like staff shelter accommodation or limited amenities. In-person presence may require masks in specific situations.
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About American Red Cross - National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region
Location:
4700 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215, 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 of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to a service 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
Crisis Support,
Disaster Relief,
Emergency & Safety
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
431 18th St NW, 5th FloorDC 20006
(38.89493 ,-77.04143 )
DATE POSTED
April 15, 2025
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Office Reception
- Customer Service
- Disaster Response
- Food Service
- Basic Computer Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 14 consecutive days for deployments
- Volunteers may need to travel outside the region for major disasters, accepting potential hardships like staff shelter accommodation or limited amenities. In-person presence may require masks in specific situations.