Disaster Volunteer - Stearns County & Surrounding

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Description

Responsibilities:

  • Works as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours.
  • Has access to RC Care and can directly enter case data.
  • Works with on-scene lead to assess whether additional resources/support are required and communicates those needs to DAT Leadership.
  • Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region.
  • Commits to being available during assigned shifts and communicates scheduling conflicts with DAT Leadership.


Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated commitment to mission of the American Red Cross
  • Remains current with all required training.
  • Able to respond reliably to local disasters when on call.
  • Able to follow Red Cross DAT and other related standards and procedures.
  • Reliable access to technology (including smartphone and laptop or computer)
  • Ability to learn and use Red Cross systems, including RC Care and RC Respond and online interfaces.
  • Ability to work in challenging and stressful conditions such as poor air quality, uneven ground, adverse weather, etc.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and/or a timely, reliable way to get to the scene.



Ability to:

  • Stand for two-hour periods
  • Sit for two-hour periods
  • Walk on uneven terrain
  • Walk for two miles during a shift
  • Work outdoors
  • Spend hours writing
  • Speak clearly on the phone and in person
  • Climb two or more flights of stairs
  • Drive in daytime and at night



Other responsibilities as assigned by DAT Leadership.


To Apply for this position please go to: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&a=22490&h=210&p=206780

If you have questions, please contact the volunteer team at MNDAKVolunteer@redcross.org or call 612-463-6587.

Details

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Inclement Weather Plan: Volunteers are needed at any given moment. If severe weather is hindering response, the American Red Cross will work with first responders on-site to provide safe shelter.
Get Connected Icon Be prepared to respond and utilize Red Cross provided tools and material goods.

Location

Get Connected Icon Red Cross Central Minnesota Chapter Office
1301 W Saint Germain St.
St. Cloud, MN  56301