***Disaster Response
***Disaster Response
Disaster Response volunteers provide immediate, identifiable, emergency services to those affected by disaster.
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Clackamas County,Clark County,Clatsop County,Coos County,Crook County,Curry County,Deschutes County,Douglas County,Gilliam County,Grant County,Harney County,Hood River County,Jackson County,Jefferson County,Josephine County,Klamath County,Klickitat County,Lake County,Lincoln County,Linn County,Marion County,Multnomah County,Polk County,Sherman County,Tillamook County,Umatilla County,Wahkiakum County,Wasco County,Washington County,Wheeler County,Yamhill County
Key Responsibilities
The Red Cross is preparing for another extremely busy disaster season and it’s critical to have a trained, ready volunteer workforce to make sure we can provide relief at a moment’s notice. This year’s wildfire season is already very active and dangerous because of the severe drought and dry woodlands across the west.
Be the safety, comfort and hope for those who are unexpectedly impacted by disasters. Help coordinate basic human needs like shelter, food and clothing so they can begin putting their lives back together. The work is hard, but extremely rewarding. Our expectations are high, but we train and prepare you to maximize the good you give to the world.
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Required training to be taken as soon as possible (provided free of charge).
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Disasters are always unpredictable; however, we know that the need is now, urgent and ongoing.
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Ability to deploy a minimum of 7 days during large-scale active disaster highly desired.
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Local response can be any time of day and in larger disasters, shifts between 4-12 hours.
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Out of the area deployments available (most likely to a hurricane or wildfire).
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Cost of training and travel is covered by the American Red Cross.
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Disaster Action Team: Disaster Action Team members respond to local disasters (mainly house fires) and connect with the individuals to begin a casework process, guiding them on their road to recovery. Volunteers must have access to their own transportation and be willing to sign up to be on-call for 4, 6-hour shifts a month.
Qualifications
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross
• Be able to follow region/chapter and current Red Cross disaster guidance
Physical Requirements
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Lift and/or carry 20 lb multiple times per shift
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Stand for 2-hour periods
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Walk on uneven terrain
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Bend or stoop multiple time per shift
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Ability to step up/down 18 inches
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Work outdoors in inclement weather
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Work in extreme cold, extreme heat, and/or humidity
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Be able to transport yourself during both day and night (if required for regular DAT schedule)
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Speak clearly on the phone and in person
Time Commitment
Dependent on role - see above descriptions
Development Opportunities
Opportunities to serve the community, help build resiliency and create a road to recovery for Red Cross clients. Training opportunities to help better serve the needs of volunteers affected by disasters.
Length of Appointment
Minimum 6 months
Relationships
Working directly and indirectly with community members affected by disaster.
Collaborating with other Red Cross volunteers, employees, community partners.
Training
Job specific training is offered, free of charge, to all volunteers