Nonprofit
Published 2 months ago
Red Cross: Recovery Casework Team Member (Long Beach/South Bay/Torrance/Wilmington)
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
Details
Commitment Details:
24 hours of classroom and on-line training plus local on-the job learning opportunities and Workgroups.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
3
Cause Areas:
Community Development, Disaster Relief, Mental Health
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
These experiences help new caseworkers become familiar with their role in following-up with clients and in the community resources available to assist clients in recovery. Deployment opportunities vary depending on major disaster activity.
Description
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Provide Follow up and Recovery Planning Services, including referrals, for individuals and households following regional events - primarily home fires.
- Conduct follow-up for clients within 72 hours of case being opened by Disaster Action Team or Caseworker.
- May also conduct Intake and provide Financial Assistance to qualified clients if case was not opened by DAT
- Conduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services
- Provide Internal Referrals and External Referrals.
- Assist with problem-solving and advocacy upon request
- Use RC Care to document services according to the Client Care Program Standards and Procedures and RC Care Job Tools.
- Services may be provided in person or virtually.
- Work with community recovery partners to plan for community recovery needs and long-term recovery activities.
Watch our video to learn more: Disaster Cycle Services Volunteer
Location
Remote
Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
Associated Location
Los Angeles, CA, USA
