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Flexible Schedule
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Cincinnati, OH 45207
Have compassion to share? Want to make a difference for someone in need? Can you make some time to help in your community? This volunteer opportunity is for you! If you answered yes to these questions, we need you as a Disaster Action Team Member! Disaster Action Team Members work as part of a team to provide 24-hour response to local disasters, primarily house fires, ensuring victims have basic necessities such as shelter, food and clothing. Become the best part of someone's worst day! Volunteer with the American Red Cross, Disaster Cycle Services Department TODAY! Responsibilities include: Willingness to support the Red Cross Mission Must commit to and be available to respond on-call when you register for a shift Ensure clients affected by disaster have their immediate needs met Be cooperative and professional Conduct client interviews Assess damage in homes Provide needed resources to clients Request additional resources/help when needed Qualifications include: Able to communicate between email and telephone Must be 18 years or older Have reliable transportation Ability to provide one-on-one support to persons in crisis Willing to respond as needed in challenging conditions (i.e. all weather types and long hours) Strong attention to detail Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds Maintain confidentiality Basic computer skills Ability and willingness to learn and use technology related to the position Ability to complete all required training in a timely manner Training is provided at no cost. The Red Cross asks that all disaster response volunteers complete all essential training and volunteer a minimum number of hours a month. If interested you can apply by visiting, www.redcross.org, click on "volunteer", scroll down the page and click on the red "Find My Volunteer Opportunities" button and "Search by Keyword or Title". Type "Local Disaster Responder" and your zip code in the search field and click on "Apply Now" when you see this position. Just follow the directions from there to complete the application and background check. Be sure to have a photo ID handy (driver's license, passport, visa, state issued ID), you will be asked to upload a picture of it for identification purposes. After your application and background check process, a member of our volunteer screening team will reach out to you via phone/text/email - please be sure to respond! Questions? Please contact Volunteer Recruitment Specialist Kelsey Mitchell, kelsey.mitchell@redcross.org ,
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
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Flexible Schedule
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Lawrence burg, IN 47025
Have compassion to share? Want to make a difference for someone in need? Can you make some time to help in your community? This volunteer opportunity is for you! If you answered yes to these questions, we need you as a Disaster Action Team Member! Disaster Action Team Members work as part of a team to provide 24-hour response to local disasters, primarily house fires, ensuring victims have basic necessities such as shelter, food and clothing. Become the best part of someone's worst day! Volunteer with the American Red Cross, Disaster Cycle Services Department TODAY! Responsibilities include: Willingness to support the Red Cross Mission Must commit to and be available to respond on-call when you register for a shift Ensure clients affected by disaster have their immediate needs met Be cooperative and professional Conduct client interviews Assess damage in homes Provide needed resources to clients Request additional resources/help when needed Qualifications include: Able to communicate between email and telephone Must be 18 years or older Have reliable transportation Ability to provide one-on-one support to persons in crisis Willing to respond as needed in challenging conditions (i.e. all weather types and long hours) Strong attention to detail Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds Maintain confidentiality Basic computer skills Ability and willingness to learn and use technology related to the position Ability to complete all required training in a timely manner Training is provided at no cost. The Red Cross asks that all disaster response volunteers complete all essential training and volunteer a minimum number of hours a month. If interested you can apply by visiting, www.redcross.org, click on "volunteer", scroll down the page and click on the red "Find My Volunteer Opportunities" button and "Search by Keyword or Title". Type "Local Disaster Responder" and your zip code in the search field and click on "Apply Now" when you see this position. Just follow the directions from there to complete the application and background check. Be sure to have a photo ID handy (driver's license, passport, visa, state issued ID), you will be asked to upload a picture of it for identification purposes. After your application and background check process, a member of our volunteer screening team will reach out to you via phone/text/email - please be sure to respond! Questions? Please contact Volunteer Recruitment Specialists Michael Vance at michael.vance@redcross.org or Rebecca Chandler at rebecca.chandler2@redcross.org
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
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Flexible Schedule
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Oxford, OH 45056
Recovery Team Members support the disaster recovery of individuals, families and communities through the activities of casework, recovery planning, recovery systems and community recovery. This position is only for those who live in the United States. All applicants who live in other countries please check for other opportunities with the International Red Cross in the country where you live. Responsibilities: Conducting client interviews Assess client qualifications for financial assistance Document the assistance and services provided to the client Assist with recovery planning, problem solving and advocacy Learn about recovery activities and develop knowledge, skills, expertise in casework Provide client with information and referrals to community partners Qualifications: Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross Be kind, caring, resourceful and knowledgeable Demonstrate an interest in learning about community resource organizations Demonstrate the ability to work well in stressful situations Is team-oriented Has basic computer skills Willingness and ability to learn and use Red Cross technology and reporting platforms Treat people equitably and works effectively with diverse populations Is client focused Had the ability to sit for 2-hour periods Lots of work can be done from home. Training is provided at no cost. Time commitment for this position can vary based on location and need. Volunteer supervisors/staff members will work with you to set a schedule that is mutually agreeable for both parties. If interested you can apply by visiting, www.redcross.org/volunteer, scrolling down the page, and clicking on the red "Find my volunteer opportunities" button, and then on "Search by keyword or tittle". Type your zip code and "Casework" in the search fields. Apply for the position "Disaster Follow Up Caseworker". Just follow the directions from there to complete the application and background check. After your application and background check process, a member of our volunteer screening team will reach out to you via phone/text/email - please be sure to respond! Questions? Please contact Volunteer Recruitment Specialists Michael Vance at michael.vance@redcross.org or Rebecca Chandler at rebecca.chandler2@redcross.org
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
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Flexible Schedule
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Cincinnati, OH 45207
Recovery Team Member Recovery Team Members support the disaster recovery of individuals, families and communities through the activities of casework, recovery planning, recovery systems and community recovery. This position is only for those who live in the United States. All applicants who live in other countries please check for other opportunities with the International Red Cross in the country where you live. Responsibilities: Conducting client interviews Assess client qualifications for financial assistance Document the assistance and services provided to the client Assist with recovery planning, problem solving and advocacy Learn about recovery activities and develop knowledge, skills, expertise in casework Provide client with information and referrals to community partners Qualifications: Demonstrate commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross Be kind, caring, resourceful and knowledgeable Demonstrate an interest in learning about community resource organizations Demonstrate the ability to work well in stressful situations Is team-oriented Has basic computer skills Willingness and ability to learn and use Red Cross technology and reporting platforms Treat people equitably and works effectively with diverse populations Is client focused Had the ability to sit for 2-hour periods Lots of work can be done from home. Training is provided at no cost. Time commitment for this position can vary based on location and need. Volunteer supervisors/staff members will work with you to set a schedule that is mutually agreeable for both parties. If interested you can apply by visiting, www.redcross.org/volunteer, scrolling down the page, and clicking on the red "Find my volunteer opportunities" button, and then on "Search by keyword or tittle". Type your zip code and "Casework" in the search fields. Apply for the position "Disaster Follow Up Caseworker". Just follow the directions from there to complete the application and background check. After your application and background check process, a member of our volunteer screening team will reach out to you via phone/text/email - please be sure to respond! With questions, please contact our Recruitment Specialist Kelsey Mitchell, kelsey.mitchell@redcross.org ,
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
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Flexible Schedule
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Oxford, OH 45056
Are you a licensed health/mental health professional? Do you have compassion to share? Can you volunteer time each month or do you have time to travel? Members of the Disaster Health Team offer care and compassion to people when they need it the most! Whether it is traveling to a large scale disaster like a hurricane or wildfire or staying close to home to help individuals/families who have experienced events like a home fire, your help is needed! Some work can be done remotely. Qualifications: Currently licensed health/mental health professional (with at least a master’s degree): license from any US state or territory as a nurse, social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist or psychiatrist. Currently licensed from any US state or territory as a school psychologist or school counselor (with at least a master’s degree) Current psychiatric nurse with a state license as a registered nurse and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a psychiatric setting Responsibilities: Provide disaster mental health intervention to clients impacted by a disaster Participate in relevant meetings and activities as a member of the Disaster Health or Mental Health Team Participate in preparedness efforts Help facilitate long-term recovery for clients impacted by disaster Assist in developing partnership with local mental health agencies Support other disaster responders before, during and after disaster response This position is only for those who live in the United States. All applicants who live in other countries please check for other opportunities with the International Red Cross in the country where you live. Training is provided at no cost. The time commitment for this position varies based on the number and type of disasters happening locally and nationally. You can choose whether you stay in your local community or if you choose to travel to help at larger events. If interested you can apply by visiting, www.redcross.org, click on "volunteer". Scroll down the page and click on the red "Find My Volunteer Opportunities" button and "Search by Keyword or Title". Type "Mental Health or "Health Services" and your zip code in the search field and click on "Apply Now" when you see this position. Be sure to have your driver's license or government ID handy, because you will have to upload a picture of it to your application. Just follow the directions from there to complete the application and background check. Please contact Volunteer Recruitment Specialist Kelsey Mitchell, kelsey.mitchell@redcross.org
Date Posted: 2024-12-03
