Days of Work:

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Time(s) of Day:

Morning, Afternoon, Evening

Address:

Varies
620 E Main St, Endicott, NY 13760

Organization:

American Red Cross

Project Category:

Other (Unpaid)

Event Type:

Ongoing

Weekly Hours:

1-5

People Needed:

3-5

Seeking:

Undergraduate Students, Staff, Alumni, Faculty, Graduate Students, No Preference

Project Description

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. To serve on a Disaster Action Team as a worker (in-training) on a DAT response to provide 24-hour immediate support and assistance to individuals and families who have been impacted by a home fire or other local disaster.

Key Responsibilities
Works as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours.
Delivers immediate direct client assistance in accordance with Red Cross standards and procedures.
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 communicate scheduling conflicts with DAT Leadership.
Other responsibilities as assigned by DAT Leadership.
Training
See the Disaster Responder Training Requirements document for current training requirements.

Development Opportunities
DAT Service Associate, DAT Supervisor, DAT Manager, DAT Coordinator, DAT Duty Officer, Recovery Caseworker, Mass Care related positions

Qualifications
Required:

Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.
Demonstrated commitment to mission of the American Red Cross
Remains current with all required training
Able to respond reliably when on call
Able to follow Red Cross DAT and other related standards and procedures
Ability to learn and use Red Cross systems, including 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 take direction from steady state and operational leadership.
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to:

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

Training Required:

Yes - Training is provided both in person and online

Immunization Proof:

No

Application Needed:

Yes - Application can be completed online: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=rco_opportunity_detail&opportunity_id=60570&postal_code=13045&return_nd=rco_opportunity_browse_list

Other Requirements:

A willingness to volunteer to respond to disasters and to assist neighbors in need. Join us today!