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Published 12/11/25 9:25AM
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Disaster Shelter Workers

RSVP Polk
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Bartow, FL
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    • Details

    Commitment Details:
    Availability to sign up for shifts on consecutive days (shifts may be 4, 8 or 12 hours long)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    25
    Cause Areas:
    Disaster Relief
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Sit or stand for up to 2 hours at a time.

    Description

    Following a declared emergency survivors may be displaced from their homes and in need of temporary shelter. In the case of hurricanes, these shelters open after the storm has passed and may operate for several weeks.

    The Shelter Service Worker is a temporary position assigned to work in a local American Red Cross shelter in Polk County, Florida. Volunteers support the day-to-day activities and provide client services within a shelter under the direction of a Shelter Supervisor. You may choose shifts of 4, 8 or 12 hours on consecutive days. Training is provided.

    Sign up and get trained now and be ready to serve in a time of need.

    Location

    On-site
    Various Locations Polk County, Florida, Bartow, Florida, US

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