Thank you for expressing an interest in volunteering for American Red Cross' Disaster Cycle Services!
The Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers like you. Join us and make a difference in your community!
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(Please note, every community's needs are different so availability may vary.)
Explore our most needed positions below. If you don't find a volunteer position that interests you, we’re here to help you find the volunteer role that best matches your interests. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like to learn more about other volunteer opportunities:
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Call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767)
Disaster Dispatcher - Day or Night Shift - VIRTUAL
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level.
*Volunteer to help families after a disaster
We urgently need volunteers who sign up for shifts to support local residents who have experienced a home fire or other disaster.
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires.
Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Member supports capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.
*Volunteer to teach others how to be prepared for emergencies
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Save lives and prevent injuries by providing free education to community members by working with paid and volunteer staff and following program guidance.
DCS: Disaster Health Services Team Member
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Disaster Health Services Responders provide disaster health care by meeting the disaster related health needs of clients and providing support to other volunteers.
DCS: Disaster Spiritual Care Team Member
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The Disaster Spiritual Care (DSC) Team Member provides disaster spiritual care support to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster.
Disaster Mental Health Team Member (must have current
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health (DMH) services to clients and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery within a chapter/region.
Ready to Make a Difference? Here's How to Get Started!
- Click "Apply Now" below to complete our online application. It takes less than 15 minutes!
- A member of our team will get in touch. Taking the time for a personal conversation enables us to match you with a role that will be both meaningful and enjoyable.
- We’ll provide all necessary training to ensure you can be successful in your volunteer role.