Nonprofit
Published 8/14/25 8:00PM

Disaster Recovery Casework Volunteer (Gainesville Area)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Gainesville, FL
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  • Details

    Commitment Details:
    We have volunteer opportunities to match a wide range of interests and time commitment, including virtual (work from home) opportunities.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Crime & Safety, Disaster Relief, Mental Health
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    All volunteers must register online at RedCross.Org. There is a brief application and online background check that must be submitted before volunteering.

    Description

    Support the disaster recovery of individuals, families, and communities through the activities of Casework and Recovery Planning, Recovery Systems, and Community Recovery.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Conduct client interviews: both initial interview and follow-up conversations, according to standards
    • Assess qualifications for direct client assistance
    • Use the Client Assistance System 2.0 to document the assistance and services provided in the client record according to standards
    • Assist with recovery planning, problem-solving and advocacy on request according to standards
    • Provide clients with information and referrals to community partners
    • Learn about the Recovery activities and develop knowledge, skills, expertise in Casework and Recovery Planning, Systems and/or Community Recovery
    • Has the option to work remotely after completing required training.

    Location

    On-site
    1425 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, Florida, US

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