American Red Cross - Texas Gulf Coast Region
Help families in Kleberg County! Respond to home fires and other disasters.
Company: American Red Cross - Texas Gulf Coast Region
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Location: 123 Place holder, Kingsville, TX, 78363
Project Details

Disaster Action Team Member

Assist Red Cross in delivering mission by alleviating human suffering caused by disasters. Primary responses include single family and multi family fires.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide timely response to disaster and assist those affected
  • Respond to disaster scenes as assigned by Team Leader within two hours
  • Meet the needs of those affected by disaster such as the need for shelter and food by providing Red Cross services
  • Complete forms related to service
  • Provide referrals to other agencies
  • Communicate to Team Leader about availability and readiness on a regular basis
  • Qualifications
  • Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross
  • Be able to follow chapter guidance and current Red Cross disaster guidance
  • Bilingual English/Spanish a huge plus, but not required.
  • Time Commitment
  • Choose your availability on an availability and rotation schedule
  • Should be able to commit to being on call at least 3 days/month
  • Typical response 3-4 hours, depending on travel time
  • The closest Red Cross Office is in Corpus Christi, Texas. Local volunteers means families who experience home fires can receive assistance faster when time is of the essence.
    General requirements

    REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Choose your availability on an availability and rotation scheduleShould be able to commit to being on call at least 3 days/monthTypical response 3-4 hours, depending on travel time
  • Category
    Community
    Disaster Relief
    Skills Area
    Disaster Response
    Disaster Relief Care & Shelters