Location: Multiple Counties, Volunteers serve in their county of residence, Worthington, MN, 56187
Project Details
Location: We have a need for more Disaster Action Team Members in our Southwest Minnesota Chapter:
Southwest Minnesota Chapter ( Martin County - Marshall Area - Watonwan County - Blue Earth County - Nicollet County - McLoed Countty - Worthington Area -Redwood / Renville )
Purpose: Become trained to become a Disaster Action Team (DAT) Trainee or a Disaster Action Team Dispatcher. Once trained you will respond to local disasters, most often house or apartment fires. DAT Trainees will respond to local disasters providing immediate on-scene response to local and large-scale disasters with an experienced DAT Member. Dispatcher's provide off-site support to DAT members during local responses with the goal of mobilizing a team of volunteers to respond within 2 hours and maintaining positive rapport and open lines of communications with fellow DAT members.
Responsibilities:
Commit to complete appropriate training. Become familiar with the policies, regulations and procedures for local disaster response and service.
After training is complete: DAT Trainee/Responder's promptly respond to local disasters while on shifts; collaborate with DAT Dispatcher on phone. Accurately and thoroughly complete field paperwork during responses.
Time Commitment:
Choose your availability on an availability and rotation schedule. Minimum 4 shifts/month.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross
Be able to follow region/chapter and current Red Cross disaster guidance
Responders -
18 years of age or older
Access to reliable vehicle (mileage is not reimbursed) transportation; valid driver's license
Access to reliable cell phone
Ability to work under adverse conditions
Ability to record information clearly, accurately, and thoroughly
Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds
Training:
DAT Trainees- Approximately 6 hours of online and in-person training. Trainees will need a minimum of 3 DAT responses before they are moved up to a DAT Responder.
To Apply for this position please email MNRecruit@redcross.org Call/text 612-391-1923 or go to redcross.org/volunteer to begin the application process
