Volunteer Opportunity

American Red Cross: Blood Donor Ambassador in Baltimore City/County, MD

On-site
Volunteer must be in or near Baltimore, MD
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Published 1 month ago

Details at a Glance

Schedule
Weekdays
Time Commitment
A few hours per month
Recurrence
Recurring
Benefits
Training Provided
Participation
Wheelchair Accessible
International Volunteers Welcome

Description

American Red Cross: Blood Donor Ambassador in Baltimore City/County, MD

The American Red Cross is looking for compassionate volunteers to support community blood drives. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. They may be a patient battling cancer or Sickle-Cell, an accident or burn victim, heart surgery or organ transplant patient. The American Red Cross supplies 40 % of this country's blood supply. Blood Donor Ambassadors provide excellent and enthusiastic customer service to enhance the blood donor experience. They engage with the blood donor to promote blood donation and set the stage for a long-term commitment to regular blood donations.

Blood Donor Ambassadors:

  • Greet donors and explain the donation process as necessary;
  • Assist donor with sign-in, current and upcoming donor promotions as needed;
  • Monitor and report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to collection staff;
  • Provide customer service in Hospitality Area and thank donors for their contribution.

Time Commitment:

  •  1+ shifts of 4-6 hours per month for a minimum of 3 months;
  • Hours available daytime and early evening Mondays- Fridays; evening hours begin at 2 pm.

Qualifications:

  • Must be age 16+;
  •  Able to display professionalism and strong communications skills;
  • Comfortable working in a diverse and inclusive environment;
  •  Able to regularly commit to schedule, arrive punctually;
  • Comfortable with basic technology.

The American Red Cross is looking for compassionate volunteers to support community blood drives. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. They may be a patient battling cancer or Sickle-Cell, an accident or burn victim, heart…

Location

On-site

American Red Cross Blood Drives

Baltimore, MD, USA
Directions

Blood drives take place at Red Cross Donation Centers and throughout the Baltimore area. Volunteers use our on-line portal to schedule shifts on the date, time and location that works for them! Four hour shifts available Monday-Fridays, within the hours of 7am-8pm (Fridays until 3pm).

How to Apply

1. Create a Red Cross ID.

2. Complete all steps of the application including uploading photo ID, authorizing a background check and reviewing wavier forms.

3. Respond to an email from the Volunteer Services team to set up a brief phone interview.

1. Create a Red Cross ID.

2. Complete all steps of the application including uploading photo ID, authorizing a background check and reviewing wavier forms.

3. Respond to an email from…

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