Volunteer: American Red Cross Disaster Action Team Member - Borger, TX

Volunteermatch; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to alleviating human suffering during emergencies. As a member of the Disaster Action Team, you will play a crucial role in providing immediate support to those affected by disasters. This virtual opportunity allows you to contribute to essential services like food, shelter, and clothing for disaster victims. Your involvement will not only help individuals in crisis but also empower you to grow personally and professionally through training and teamwork. Be part of a mission that mobilizes volunteers to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Participate in meetings and local response activities.
• Complete required training and maintain current standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual goals for Disaster Action Team services.
• Attend regular team meetings and training as required.

Skills

Crisis Support

Disaster Relief

Emergency Response

Job description

American Red Cross Disaster Action Team Member - Borger, TX

Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing.

This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program, including:

1. Supporting the annual goals and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities.
2. Completing all required training and maintaining current training standards as DAT program requirements change.
3. Attending regular team meetings and training as required by the program.

About American Red Cross - North Texas Region

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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

Every day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it’s assisting displaced families, disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to service members, veterans, or military families, our vital work is made possible by volunteers like you. Through your time and care, we can accomplish extraordinary things.

CAUSE AREAS

• Crisis Support
• Disaster Relief
• Emergency & Safety

WHEN

Weekdays - Daytime and Evening
Weekends - Daytime and Evening

WHERE

This is a virtual opportunity with no fixed address.