Volunteer as part of our Disaster Action Team- American Red Cross- Birmingham area

On average, the Red Cross responds to approximately 64,000 disasters a year. Of these, about 50,000 are single and multi-family fires and other localized events to which the Red Cross Disaster Action teams respond. Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing.

We need you to join us on the Disaster Action Team!

This position supports the Regional Disaster Services department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. Disaster Action Team (DAT) Specialists respond to local disasters and provide immediate compassion and care to clients

Requirements to be a Disaster Action Team member:

• Willingness to train and learn new skills while assisting clients
• Commitment to respond to clients needs
• Flexible schedule based on volunteers availability
• Pass background and Motor vehicle record check
• Basic Computer skills

Please cut and paste link to apply in browser:

https://www.redcross.org/local/al-ms/volunteer.htmlor email sandy.zuiderhoek@redcross.org.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the American Red Cross!