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Disaster Action Team (DAT) Member - Loretto, TN.
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Tennessee Region
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Purpose:
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department.
To serve on a Disaster Action Team as a worker (in-training) on a DAT response to provide immediate support and assistance (during your shift) to individuals and families who have been impacted by a home fire or other local disaster.
Key Responsibilities:
- Works as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours.
- Delivers immediate direct client assistance in accordance with Red Cross standards and procedures.
- Works with on-scene lead to assess whether additional resources/support are required and communicates those needs to Disaster Action Leadership.
- Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region.
- Commits to being available during assigned shifts and communicate scheduling conflicts with Disaster Action Team.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by DAT Leadership.
Join the American Red Cross Volunteer Team to make a difference in your community when disaster strikes.
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About American Red Cross - Tennessee Region
Location:
2201 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203, 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, 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,
Disaster Relief
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Multiple locations Loretto, TN 38469
(35.077858 ,-87.43974 )
DATE POSTED
May 5, 2022
SKILLS
- Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
- Disaster Response
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 to 10 hours per month. Hours may increase (optional) during natural disaster.
- Friendly, loves their community, helpful, patient.