Disaster Workforce Engagement Volunteers

American Red Cross Metro New York North Chapter is seeking volunteers to support its Disaster Workforce Engagement Team program. This is a remote opportunity that can be completed from home.

Volunteer responsibilities:

• Participate in meetings and projects to support annual goals, regional disaster objectives, and volunteer engagement plans
• Projects and participation will be assigned according to areas of interest, including onboarding/placement, deployment, training, recognition and appreciation, leadership development, volunteer management and engagement
• Projects may include conducting volunteer interviews, updating profiles in American Red Cross's system, recognition, analyzing reports/data, and scheduling volunteers

Time commitment:

• Volunteers should be prepared to spend anywhere from 4 to 8 hours weekly during normal business hours, and additional time when disasters strike

Qualifications:

• Build effective relationships with others who can help with work-related goals
• Be sensitive to diversity inclusiveness in interactions
• Comfortable with computer database work and talking on the phone

Training (provided):​

• Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview
• Volunteer Connection Training Courses

Express interest below!