PurposeThis position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The role of the Disaster Mental Health Service Associate (SA) or Worker is to serve as a member of a temporary work unit on a disaster relief operation to provide disaster mental health support to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster.
Responsibilities
Support the emotional health of individuals, families, communities and Red Cross workers through the use of disaster mental health interventions.
Assist in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.
Facilitate long-term recovery for clients by providing disaster mental health support and connection to local resources.
Be available to provide disaster mental health support to staff as necessary.
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