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The Shelter Resident Transition (SRT) Service Associate (SA) is an operational position and is assigned temporarily, typically on level 4 and above disaster relief operations (DROs). SRT Caseworkers work with shelter residents to understand their resources and transition roadblocks to help households create an individualized action plan so that they can transition from the shelter to a more sustainable living solution. This position supports the mission of the American Red Cross by helping individuals and households more quickly transition from a shelter, thus alleviating human suffering by shortening the time of their disaster-caused displacement and jumpstarting their longer-term recovery.

Qualifications

SRT/SA-specific Qualifications (required): 

Active RC Care Account with the ability to have a Caseworker RC Care User access role when assigned to a DRO Has a @redcross.org email address Has a passion for and proven track-record of assisting individuals/families overcome recovery roadblocks Ability to manage large, complex caseloads Can successfully work in a remote environment 

  General Qualifications for all Service Associates (required):  

Comfortable working independently and within a team   Ability to work with a broad variety of people with diverse backgrounds  Ability to have good organizational and time management skills  Ability to listen actively and work well with others   Ability to function in a dynamic and stressful environment   Ability to appropriately involve others in managing problems and conflict     Ability to acquire, evaluate, and report information accurately   Valid Driver’s License (required for deployment out of region)   Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies   

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

The Preparedness Division provides appropriate preparedness programming within a community to assist community members to prepare for disasters and other emergencies.  This position is responsible for the tasks involved to implement the preparedness program including: Support the annual preparedness goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for preparedness programming through participation in meetings, projects, and local preparedness activitiesExecute assigned projects and local preparedness activities according to the activities you are trained in: Hands-Only CPR, Ready Rating or Be Red Cross Ready Presentations. Complete tasks such as implementing preparedness activities, meeting with partners to build relationships, conducting inventory, and procuring or receiving necessary preparedness supplies

Qualifications

Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups and individuals, requiredExcellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, requiredDemonstrated ability to read, understand, and review program guidelines and tools, requiredExperience or comfort public speaking, required

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Provide Follow up and Recovery Planning Services, including referrals, for individuals and households following regional events - primarily home fires.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct follow-up for clients within 72 hours of case being opened by Disaster Action Team or Caseworker. May also conduct Intake and provide Financial Assistance to qualified clients if case was not opened by DATConduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services.Provide Internal Referrals and External Referrals.Assist with problem-solving and advocacy upon requestUse RC Care to document services according to the Client Care Program Standards and Procedures and RC Care Job Tools. Services may be provided in person or virtually. Work with community recovery partners to plan for community recovery needs and long-term recovery activities. May also have a REC/CARE/SA GAP in addition to steady state role.

Qualifications

Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. Preferred qualifications: Able to treat clients with care, comfort and concern.Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross.Demonstrated ability to work well in stressful situations and in a team-oriented setting.Demonstrated interest in learning about community resource organizations.Treats people equitably and works effectively with diverse populationsComfortable with technology Training Required: Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview RC Care: Caseworker Curriculum

Time Commitment Flexibility is required please: Minimum of 6-8 hours per week or more Availability 2-3 days of the week, flexible hours Monday through Friday preferred, some weekends

Minimum length of appointment: 1 year, renewable **Must be comfortable with computers and technology **Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) volunteers needed.  ** 

The American Red Cross seeks licensed mental health professionals to serve as volunteers with our team in Disaster Cycle Services.  We’re looking for compassionate and qualified people with a desire to provide Disaster Mental Health services to clients and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery.  As a Disaster Mental Health volunteer, you would help to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies.

Volunteer Responsibilities:  As a Disaster Mental Health volunteer, you will:

Provide Disaster Mental Health interventions to clients impacted by a disaster; Help facilitate long-term recovery for clients impacted by a disaster; Support other disaster responders before, during and after disaster response using staff mental health strategies; Participate in relevant meetings and activities as a member of the Disaster Mental Health team; Assist in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to treat people with respect under all circumstances and instill trust in others; Holds a master’s degree in mental health (at minimum) and holds a current, unencumbered license in a mental health profession; Comfortable using technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, video conferencing and internet search tools; Able to complete required Red Cross training.

Time Commitment:

Approximately 5-10 hours per month, flexible schedule; During times of a local disaster, time commitment may increase; Commitment of at least 6 months.

Purpose: Supports the maintenance, repairs and general upkeep of American Red Cross facilities and fleet at the Silver Spring, MD office.

Responsibilities:

Conduct regular inspections of buildings to identify repairs or maintenance needs;  Complete maintenance work orders for facilities in Chapter; serve as a local point of contact for maintenance service contractors to ensure their work is completed timely and efficiently; Perform general maintenance and repair work such as painting, electrical, plumbing and carpentry depending on individual skill and training; Assist with building safety orientations for new staff and volunteers and facility emergency drills; Ensure the regular inspection, maintenance, storage of documentation of several on-site vehicles. 

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years of age or older; Must be a licensed driver, with safe driving record; Able to lift and carry 40 pounds; Demonstrated strong mechanical and organizational skills; Able to provide compassionate and respectful leadership to others. COVID-19 vaccination required

The Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Montgomery, Howard and Frederick Counties seeks adult volunteer partners to serve as the face of the Red Cross in Montgomery County.

Purpose: Connect the American Red Cross to the Montgomery County community, helping to build capacity to deliver the local Red Cross mission.

Participate in local community events, sharing information and bringing relationships and resources to the Red Cross. Cultivate and steward external relationships with elected officials, local service clubs and community partners. Advocate, representing Red Cross volunteer and blood donation needs with Montgomery County.

Time Commitment:

Minimum of 10 hours per month, with flexibility for some weekday, weekend and evening availability a plus.

Qualifications:

A natural ‘connector’, able to connect the community needs with the American Red Cross. Demonstrated interest in promoting Red Cross opportunities and mission. A creative self-started who can successfully manage multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to work in a variety of roles, including those of consultant, collaborator, and administrator. Exceptional people skills, able to be sensitive to others and personally work well in stressful situations with a wide variety of people. Embrace diversity and inclusion and demonstrate understanding of the mission, vision, and seven fundamental principles of the American Red Cross.

 

Purpose: As an American Red Cross volunteer, assist with tasks in a clinical setting and support staff in a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. Help enhance the morale of patients.

Responsibilities:

Deliver excellent customer service and positively impact patient and family experiences as an ambassador to the clinic. Specific duties vary, may include: Administrative tasks, answering phones, filing, data entry; Patient assistance, greeting, escorting, mobility assistance, information and referral; Surgical prep, runner, charting, and preparing patients. Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifications:

Military Base access preferred; Must be 18 years of age; Must be a permanent resident or US citizen; COVID vaccination required; Must be willing to complete additional security clearance (could take several weeks to months); Good communication skills, including listening skills, customer service and administrative skills required; Able to work well with many different personality types; Able to stand and walk for long periods of time; Comfortable using the Metro as parking is not available at Walter Reed.

Time Commitment:

At least 4+ hours per week, for at least 1 year, Monday- Friday during business hours.

 

Application Instructions:

1. Create a Red Cross ID.

2. Complete all steps of the application including uploading photo ID, authorizing a background check, and reviewing wavier forms.

3. Respond to an email from the Volunteer Services team to set up a brief phone interview