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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.

The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.

Triages requests received to determine if Red Cross action is required; may decide if Red Cross will respond via DAT.
Uses event triggers such as size, scope, and type of event to escalate the DAT response when necessary.
Works with on-scene DAT leadership to support the response and provide technical guidance.
May support and train new Duty Officers.
Liaises necessary information to leadership and other stakeholders
May be tasked with composing Initial Incident Reports (IIR) dependent upon regional processes
Ensures response compliance in accordance with the DAT Standards and Procedures
Maintains close working relationship with DAT Regional Program Lead, Chapter/Territory DAT Coordinators and Regional RC Respond Application Lead to ensure responders are identified and scheduled.

Required:

Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone.
Comfortable using and learning new technology
Commitment to use RC Care and RC Respond systems as needed
Able to prioritize multiple tasks in complex, rapidly changing and stressful situations.
Must be 18 years or older
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to work for long periods on a computer
Ability to speak clearly on the phone
Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies
MUST reside within Los Angeles County

4 Shifts

night / 12:00 AM to 05:45 AM PST - Spots available: 1
6 hour on-call, 12AM-6AM
morning / 06:00 AM to 11:45 AM PST - Spots available: 1
6 hour on-call, 6AM-12PM
afternoon / 12:00 PM to 04:45 PM PST - FULL
6 hour on-call, 12PM-6PM
evening / 05:00 PM to 11:45 PM PST - Spots available: 1
6 hour on-call, 6PM-12AM

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About American Red Cross

Location:

1450 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021, 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 its 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. Join a team of 4000+ regular volunteers in the Los Angeles Region to deliver services to local communities daily, weekly or monthly.

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support, Disaster Relief, Emergency & Safety

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

This opportunity has 4 shifts

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

November 18, 2024

SKILLS

Disaster Relief Care & Shelters
Disaster Relief Call Center
Safety & Disaster Education
Disaster Response

GOOD FOR

People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
Four 6-hour shifts per month.

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