Local Disaster Response - Berrien County

To serve on a Disaster Action Team as a worker (in-training) on a DAT response to provide 24-hour immediate support and assistance to individuals and families who have been impacted by a home fire or other local disaster.

https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/disaster-action-team.html

The DAT Trainee is the entry level position for the DAT program. As part of the DAT training program, the DAT Trainee will respond to local disasters and successfully complete assigned training.

1. Works as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours.
2. Follows the direction of on-scene team leader to support the response.
3. Completes all required training to become a DAT Service Associate within 6 months.
4. Attends regularly scheduled volunteer/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region.
5. Communicates availability to DAT Coordinator on a regular basis.
6. Other responsibilities as assigned by the DAT leadership.

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross.
• Able to respond reliably when on call.
• Able to follow Red Cross DAT standards and procedures.
• Ability to learn and use Red Cross systems and online interfaces.
• Ability to work in challenging and stressful conditions such as poor air quality, uneven ground, adverse weather, etc.
• Must have a valid driver's license and/or a timely, reliable way to get to the scene.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

All training provided! Training can be done 100% online.

Time Commitment:

Must be able to be on call for 12 hour shifts and able to respond to an emergency within 2 hours. Shifts are flexible and scheduled by the DAT Trainee.

Watch our video to learn more: Disaster Action Team