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Disaster Relief Volunteers Needed! - Robeson County

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lumberton, NC
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    To ensure our communities have access to our services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, we ask our DAT volunteers commit to being on-call at least 6-8 shifts each month using our flexible shift scheduling app.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Crime & Safety, Disaster Relief
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Comfortable using and learning new technology Reliable access to a cell phone (with ability to receive text messages), laptop or computer. Able to respond reliably to local disasters when signed up for a shift.

    Description

    Disaster Relief Volunteers Needed! - Robeson County

    DAT: Disaster Action Team-Trainee

    Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

    We are looking for compassionate individuals that want to help families that are affected by disasters of all sizes, from home fires to hurricanes. The bulk of our responses are home fires. We need people who are patient and are good listeners.

    DAT Responders need to be able to do initial casework virtually, including over the phone and using video conferencing. We will provide training as to how to use the software, but you need to have access to a smartphone and or computer for this role and be comfortable with technology.

    There will be occasional opportunities to respond in person, so we need DAT responders who are willing to respond in person. Responders who go in person must follow all COVID-19 protocols, including Cover-Distance-Clean.

    Our volunteers are "on call" and must be able to commit to scheduled shifts.

    Sign up today! Visit www.redcross.org/volunteertoday

    On redcross.org, go to find my volunteer opportunity, search by keyword or title, enter in zip code, search "Disaster Team" and apply.

    Find out more! To learn about this, and other ways to serve with the Red Cross, please contact the Volunteer Services team at VolunteerCarolinas@redcross.org

    Location

    On-site
    Varies, Lumberton, North Carolina, US

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