Volunteer: Disaster Recovery Team Member - Regional (virtual)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. Key Responsibilities: 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 DATConduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services.Provide Internal Referrals and External Referrals.Assist with problem-solving and advocacy upon requestUse 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. May also have a REC/CARE/SA GAP in addition to steady state role.Qualifications Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. Preferred qualifications: Able to treat clients with care, comfort and concern.Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross.Demonstrated ability to work well in stressful situations and in a team-oriented setting.Demonstrated interest in learning about community resource organizations.Treats people equitably and works effectively with diverse populationsComfortable with technology Training Required: Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview RC Care: Caseworker CurriculumTime Commitment Flexibility is required please: Minimum of 6-8 hours per week or more Availability 2-3 days of the week, flexible hours Monday through Friday preferred, some weekends Minimum length of appointment: 1 year, renewable **Must be comfortable with computers and technology **Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) volunteers needed. **Organization: American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region 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. Key Responsibilities: 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 DATConduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services.Provide Internal Referrals and External Referrals.Assist with problem-solving and advocacy upon requestUse 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. May also have a REC/CARE/SA GAP in addition to steady state role.Qualifications Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities. Preferred qualifications: Able to treat clients with care, comfort and concern.Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross.Demonstrated ability to work well in stressful situations and in a team-oriented setting.Demonstrated interest in learning about community resource organizations.Treats people equitably and works effectively with diverse populationsComfortable with technology Training Required: Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview RC Care: Caseworker CurriculumTime Commitment Flexibility is required please: Minimum of 6-8 hours per week or more Availability 2-3 days of the week, flexible hours Monday through Friday preferred, some weekends Minimum length of appointment: 1 year, renewable **Must be comfortable with computers and technology **Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking) volunteers needed. **Organization: American Red Cross National Capital & Greater Chesapeake Region Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |