Join our Disaster Volunteer Team in Lawrence County
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Purpose:Support families affected by local emergencies—mostly home fires—by providing immediate care, comfort, and resources to help them begin recovery.Key Responsibilities:Respond to local disasters as part of a team.Provide emotional support and emergency assistance to impacted individuals.Communicate with team members and leadership during responses.Help assess needs and request additional support when necessary.Document services provided using Red Cross systems.Attend team meetings and stay current with training.Time Commitment:Flexible scheduling: weekday, weeknight, or weekend shifts.Must commit to four 6-hour on-call shifts per month.Complete 8 hours of online training and attend volunteer meetings.Qualifications:Comfortable using technology (cell phone, laptop/computer).Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.Must be willing to respond throughout the entire county.Able to work in challenging conditions (weather, terrain, etc.).Strong communication and teamwork skills.Must be 18 years or older.Willing to follow Red Cross and public health guidelines.Support & Training:Online and on-the-job training provided.Ongoing support from Disaster Services leadership and team.Watch our video to learn more: Disaster Cycle Service Volunteer
About The American Red Cross Greater Pennsylvania
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that......all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
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