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Published 12/2/25 9:13AM

American Red Cross-Pulaski Disaster Action Team-Be a Super Hero on Someone's Worst Day

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Pulaski, VA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Disaster Relief, Housing & Homelessness, Mental Health
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    American Red Cross-Pulaski Disaster Action Team-Be a Super Hero on Someone's Worst Day

    Disaster Action Teams 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. DAT Members participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary

    to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response.

    Responsibilities

    This position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including:

    1. Supporting the annual goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for

    DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities.

    1. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements

    change.

    1. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory.
    2. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program.

    (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the Disaster Action Team program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.)

    Watch our video to learn more: Disaster Services

    Location

    On-site
    Pulaski, Virginia, US

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer to sign up or reach out to Sherri Dillow, Volunteer Specialist at Sherri.Dillow@redcross.org or feel free to call or text Sherri at 540-525-6059

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