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Disaster Relief: Shelter Service Associate - Grand Rapids, MI
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Grand Rapids, MI
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
25
Cause Areas:
Civic Engagement, Climate Change, Disaster Relief, Volunteering
Benefits:
Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available
Good For:
Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Willing and able to volunteer in person in a disaster shelter before, after, during and/or after a disaster event.
Description
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate (SA) is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event. Sheltering Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and interacts with clients to ensure their needs are met. Sheltering Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.
Location
On-site
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
