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Published 8 days ago

Emergency Disaster Shelter Worker - Lauderdale County, TN

American Red Cross - Tennessee Region
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Ripley, TN
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    August 6, 2026
    End Date:
    June 30, 2027, 5:00 PM CDT
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    4 to 12 hours each day of disaster, based on your availability
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Disaster Relief, Family, Rural Areas, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available, Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Emergency Disaster Shelter Worker - Lauderdale County, TN

    When disaster strikes—whether it’s a home fire, flood or storm—your neighbors need you.

    You’ll help create a safe, welcoming environment for people displaced by disasters. Volunteering in Red Cross shelters, you’ll support day-to-day operations—whether it’s greeting clients, assisting with registration, serving meals, managing dormitory spaces, or providing information and support.

    No experience needed! Free online training will be provided to everyone that signs up as a volunteer. If the need arises, volunteers are asked to commit to local shifts of 4 to 12 hours each, based on your availability.

    Start your volunteer profile here and complete your Background Check- we'll take it up from there!

    Please feel free to reach out to apoorva.pradhan@redcross.org with any questions.

    Location

    On-site
    Ripley, TN 38063, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please complete the online application at www.redcross.org/volunteer. If you've any questions, please email givetime@redcross.org.

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