Be There When It Matters Most: Disaster Action Team Volunteer - Disaster Action Team Specialist (Yakima Co.)

The American Red Cross is seeking compassionate, dependable volunteers to join our Disaster Action Team (DAT) and help families in Washington when they experience a disaster.

Disasters can happen at any time. DAT volunteers respond to local emergencies such as home fires and other disasters, providing immediate support, resources, information, and a caring presence to people during some of their most difficult moments.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to local disaster incidents as part of a Red Cross team
• Provide compassionate support to individuals and families affected by disasters
• Help connect clients with emergency assistance and community resources
• Complete basic disaster response documentation
• Work alongside trained Red Cross volunteers and staff

Time Commitment

Volunteers must commit to a minimum of two, 12-hour on call shifts per month. You are welcome to take additional shifts if your schedule allows.

On call shifts mean you are available and ready to respond if a disaster occurs during your scheduled shift. You do not report to a location unless you are contacted for a response.

What We’re Looking For

You don't need prior disaster response experience. We provide the training you need to serve effectively.

We’re looking for people who are compassionate and comfortable supporting people during stressful situations, reliable and willing to respond when available, comfortable working as part of a team, able to communicate clearly and respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds, and willing to complete required Red Cross training.

We are especially seeking volunteers who are bilingual in English and Spanish to help support and connect with our diverse community.

Learn more and apply at redcross.org/volunteer