The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
Cause Area
Location
2201 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15222
United States
Active Opportunities (2)
Flexible Schedule
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Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Purpose: Red Cross volunteers are committed to making the stay of sick and disabled men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces more enjoyable. Responsibilities: Willingness to support Red Cross Mission Volunteer and support specific services, in critical roles that match your talents such as: Clinical Administrative Volunteer, Information, Hospital Escort or Desk Worker Adopt-a-Veteran Program Participant Personal Services Volunteer, Patient Visitor or Family Volunteer Crafts Assistant, Event Planner or Librarian Transportation Network Providers Coffee/Snack/Book Cart Volunteers Professional Medical Volunteers Veterans History Project Time Commitment: Dependent upon arrangement made with VA hospital Qualifications: Completed Red Cross volunteer application and interview Reliable transportation to VA Hospital Interview and application with the VA Hospital Development Opportunity: Can be trained in American Red Cross courses Opportunity to serve the community Affiliation with one of the most well-respected, internationally-known humanitarian organizations Enhance interpersonal and helping skills Training: Orientation to American Red Cross Orientation to VA Hospital Program Knowledge of VHA Handbook 1620.1- Dept of Veteran Affairs Voluntary Service Procedure, VHA Handbook1620.02 Volunteer Transportation Network, and Handbook for Red Cross Volunteer Service in Veteran Affairs Health Care Facilities. (ARC 3305)
Date Posted: 2024-11-13
Flexible Schedule
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Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The Shelter Service Associate is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event this hurricane/wildfire season. Shelter Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and provide assistance for disaster clients. Shelter Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter Responsibilities * Embodying the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross in their work with clients, disaster responders and partners * Providing excellent client service and support the daily maintenance of the shelter operation at the direction of the assigned Shelter Supervisor * Using the Shift Tool during the disaster event to report availability and schedule shelter shifts * Completing the required virtual self-paced training (3 hours of training total) Time Commitment Local: Minimum of 5 days working 4-, 6- or 12-hour shifts Beyond region: MINIMUM OF ``14 DAY WORKING 8-12 HOUR SHIFTS WHILE DEPLOYED DURING DISASTER ***The Red Cross will cover travel, lodging and meals while volunteer is deployed during disaster relief efforts*** Required for those available for 14 days beyond their region only. Travel may be outside of home state. Required Qualifications: * Ability to build appropriate and effective relationships with co-workers and shelter residents. * Ability to support and correct performance, manage conflict and ask for help early on so that workflow and service delivery does not impact shelter residents or the shelter community. * Demonstrates clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication. * Lift / carry 20 lbs. multiple times/shift. * Stand and or sit for two-hour periods and walk for two miles during a shift. * Walk on uneven terrain. * Work outdoors in inclement weather, extreme heat and/or humidity and/or extreme cold. * Climb two or more flights of stairs. * Speak clearly on phone and in person. * Work for long periods on computer and/or reading small print and/or writing. * Drive in daytime and at night * Minimum 18 years of age * Availability to sign up for shifts on consecutive days (shifts may be 4, 8 or 12 hours long) * Willing to complete 3 hours of virtual self-paced training required for position
Date Posted: 2024-11-13
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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.
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