Opportunities From: Volunteer Spokane

We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

The American Red Cross has a special need for support from people who are an RN, LPN, LVN, APRN, NP, EMT, paramedic, MD/DO or PA with an active, current and unencumbered license. RNs supervise all clinical tasks.

Share your healthcare training with those who need it most. Healthcare providers are needed for the following volunteer opportunities:

Provide healthcare services to people impacted by disasters and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery (locally or on deployments); OR Participate in chapter preparedness activities, support Disaster Action Team (DAT) responses, shelter operations, emergency aid stations, outreach activities, and recovery planning during a disaster relief operation.

Requirements: Active and unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathy, Physician Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic, Retired RN/LPN/LVN if the state in which the license is granted allows for full scope of practice for the volunteer.

Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/volunteer

Share your mental health training with those who need it most. Mental health professionals are needed for the following volunteer opportunities:

Provide disaster mental health services to people impacted by disasters and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery; OR Help members of the military, veterans and their families prepare for, cope with, and respond to, the challenges of military service by facilitating small group workshops.

Requirement: Hold at minimum a Master’s Degree in one of the mental health professions listed below:

Any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW).

Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/volunteer

American Red Cross Most-Needed Volunteer Opportunities

 

How would you like to help? Here’s a list of typical Red Cross volunteer opportunities: Disaster Services (in person): Volunteers get trained to respond to local and national disasters. In addition, volunteers train people, families, schools and communities to be prepared for emergencies. Service to the Armed Forces (in person/virtual): We need volunteers to work with military veterans in our community as recreation assistants at the Spokane Veterans Home (Tuesday and Friday activities available) or on base at the Red Cross office or MTF. We also have opportunities to support emergency communications for deployed servicemembers. Volunteer Coordination (in person/virtual): Assist with the recruitment and coordination of local volunteers as well as supporting training, engagement and recognition! Multiple opportunities to volunteer from home (virtual): Wide array of opportunities including to screen prospective volunteers, manage a volunteer database and/or training information and credentials, support financial fiscal review procedures, or even be on-call as a disaster dispatch volunteer. Most opportunities need access to phone and computer with internet access.

Ready to make a difference?

Please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer to get started today!

 

American Red Cross Mass Care Volunteer

Mass Care volunteers are a crucial part of the Red Cross mission. Mass Care volunteers work to carry out essential functions during disasters and work to assist victims of disaster in shelter settings. Volunteers work to help meet immediate emergency needs of families affected by disaster, and work to set up and carry out tasks in emergency shelters. Volunteers must possess good communication skills. These volunteers may be responsible for any of the following: Setting up shelters when need arises so clients have a safe place to when displaced Assist with on-scene distribution of disaster supplies, beverages, and/or meal preparation and service Distribute comfort kits and shelter supplies to clients Please visit www.redcross.org/volunteer to get started today!

American Red Cross

When housing is disrupted in communities after a disaster it can be difficult for some people to find new long-term housing. The Shelter Resident Transition Service Associates help shelter residents create personalized plans to overcome roadblocks and transition to sustainable housing solutions. They play a critical role in reducing disaster-caused displacement and aiding in long-term recovery for individuals.

Do you have the flexibility to deploy for two weeks to support communities impacted by disaster? The Red Cross is looking to train willing individuals 18 and older who want to alleviate human suffering by shortening the time of disaster-caused displacement. All training and travel expenses are fully covered by the Red Cross. 

To join our team, visit: www.redcross.org/volunteer or contact your local chapter at JoinUsNW@redcross.org

We are the American Red Cross. Sleeves up. Hearts open. All in.

Home fires and other disasters can occur any time, any place. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. After your initial training, your shifts will include responding to emergencies within 2 hours, night or day, rain or shine, either on the scene or coordinating remotely to provide immediate compassion and care. With experience and further training you can take on leadership and response coordination roles to have a wider impact. At the same time, you’ll be developing skills that you may choose to apply to larger-scale disaster response efforts with the Red Cross.

Many disaster action team volunteers share these life experiences and skills: Team-oriented Availability and flexibility for at least 4-6 hours per week Bilingual (English/Spanish) Comfortable with ambiguity Empathetic and compassionate Disaster response experience Can remain calm and patient during stressful situations Ready to Make a Difference? Get started by visiting www.redcross.org/dat