Community Involvement
American Red Cross Volunteers Needed
Severe weather-related disasters are becoming more frequent and more intense. We are once again expecting to see a well-above normal wildfire and hurricane season this year. This year’s wildfire season is already very active and dangerous because of the severe drought and dry woodlands across the west. The Red Cross has an urgent need for volunteers who are willing to train now and potentially deploy (14-day commitment) to a Red Cross Disaster Relief Operation. Volunteers are needed for the following roles.
Shelter Support
Compassionate and committed individuals are needed to support sheltering efforts this disaster season. Shelter volunteers support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other vital areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided.
Disaster Health Services
Are you a licensed healthcare professional? If so, we also have a high need for health care workers to provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and you can also obtain your CE credits. Licenses needed include: RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN.
Ready to take action?
o Apply today at www.redcross.org/volunteertoday
o Search for position of interest (“Shelter” or “Health Services”)
Want to learn more? Attend a Virtual Volunteer Information Session (flyer attached)
You will get more information about the deployment volunteer roles and experience, get the opportunity to hear from a volunteer who has deployed before and get your questions answered. Click here to RSVP to an upcoming session.
Can’t deploy?
If you are not able to deploy, we also have a great need for volunteers to respond to local disasters, most commonly home fires, to help with immediate needs, transport blood products and support blood drives by greeting, checking in and thanking blood donors. Apply today at www.redcross.org/volunteertoday.
For questions or additional information contact NEOVolunteer@redcross.org or 216-431-3328.