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Red Cross SAF: VA Compassionate Contact Corps Region Volunteer (Virtual)
ORGANIZATION: AMERICAN RED CROSS
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This is a 100% virtual (volunteer-from-home) opportunity. This is a community-based assignment where the volunteer will utilize a quiet, private area to provide weekly virtual conversations (using phone, tablet, computer) with homebound Veterans or inpatients who are seeking to make a connection outside of their current environment and/or to provide support and communication to the Veteran’s caregiver. Volunteers will be trained and matched with veterans for 1:1 socialization. These are friendly visits with no medical or home-care duties.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide quality 1:1 social interaction, engaging Veterans in meaningful conversations
* Schedule and participate in regular telephone or video visits which may consist of conversing with the Veteran/Caregiver for a mutually agreed upon time frame (generally but not limited to 15-30 minutes) to convey support and concern
* Immediately report any problems, or concerns conveyed by the Veteran and/or caregiver to the local VA Compassionate Contact Corps Coordinator who works as the liaison to the Veteran’s primary care team
Time Commitment
* Preferably, contact will take place at least once per week and may occur more as mutually agreed upon by volunteer and Veteran. 15-30 minutes per visit.
Qualifications
* Reliable access to resources needed to volunteer 100% virtually
* Current Red Cross volunteer
* Comfortable having conversations virtually using platforms such as Zoom, Facetime, etc. or by phone
* Sensitive to the needs of Veterans/Caregivers in stressful situations
* Empathetic and compassionate listener
* Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality as mandated by HIPAA
* Must be willing to communicate regularly with the local Compassionate Contact Corps Coordinator
* Good people skills, excellent communication/listening skills
* Excellent phone proficiency such as a clear voice, good listening skills and compassion
* Emotionally mature, positive and service-oriented
* Ability to work independently
* Volunteer to provide own means (phone/computer) of communication
* Must be over the age of 18
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About AMERICAN RED CROSS
Location:
2825 Emerywood Parkway, Richmond, VA 23294, 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
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
September 29, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18