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Red Cross Duty Officer - Virtually Support #DisasterActionTeam! (Jefferson County)
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Port Townsend, WA
Details
Commitment Details:
This is an on-call position that virtually supports the disaster action team. Self-selected shifts are typically either 12 hours (business hours or after hours) or 24 hours, depending on location.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
4
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Crime & Safety, Disaster Relief
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Access to phone, computer and internet required.
Description
Do you have a heart for helping others? Disaster Duty Officers document disaster notifications and verify events, dispatch disaster action team (DAT) responders and monitor the response. May activate health services, mental health or public affairs. Preferred qualifications:
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in complex and stressful situations.
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, speak clearly on phone and in person.
- Ability to remotely monitor and track details of DAT responses.
- Comfortable with technology.
This is an on-call position that virtually supports the disaster action team. Self-selected shifts are typically either 12 hours (business hours or after hours) or 24 hours, depending on location.
Sleeves up. Heart open. All in. Ready to make a difference? Please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer.
Watch our video to learn more: Red Cross Disaster Action Teams
Location
On-site
Various locations in Jefferson County, Port Townsend, Washington, US
