Help with Sheltering on a Large Disaster (Wildfire/Hurricane). Able to Deploy for 2 Weeks
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas
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Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need hundreds of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike.
Please consider joining us as a temporary volunteer and get fully trained before disasters strike.
What will you be doing?
In-person shelter support to assist with reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information collection, and other vital tasks to help those we serve who have been affected by a large disaster.
The minimum time commitment for a disaster deployment is 14 days, volunteering 8-12 hour shifts.
All training is included plus all expenses paid, including travel, shelter and food.
How Do I Get Started?
The first step is to register as a volunteer at www.redcross.org/volunteertodayVolunteers applying for in-person position assignments require vaccination verification. Instructions to provide information and supporting documentation of vaccination will be provided once you submit your application.
Volunteers applying for in-person position assignments require vaccination verification. Instructions to provide information and supporting documentation of vaccination will be provided once you submit your application.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristin Pendleton Call/Text: 314-281-7968 or kristin.pendleton@redcross.org
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About American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas
Location:
American Red Cross, 10195 Corporate Square Drive, St. Louis, MO 63132, 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ﾒs one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member or through the generosity of blood donors, providing critical blood to people in need, 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
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Saint Louis, MO 63132
DATE POSTED
May 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Disaster Response
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Must be able to deploy for 2 weeks at a time. All expenses paid including travel, lodging and food.