Support Red Cross Blood Drives - Volunteer! (Los Angeles)

With your help, we can succeed in providing lifesaving blood to cancer and transplant patients, premature babies, accident victims, and others who need blood. You play a crucial role in the Red Cross mission.

MISSION
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

​VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Red Cross staff by being helpful, flexible, and patient
• Greet donors, explain the donation process as necessary, and assist with initial intake and hand-offs through the blood donation process
• Manage donor flow and direct donors to check-in
• Model excellent customer service behaviors.
• Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process.
• Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and values
• Work with the collections team supervisor or charge staff to match the donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact (Right Type Mix)

Time Commitment: One 6-hour shift per month for 6 months. You may participate in more than one shift per month if you wish.

Required Training: 1-hour training is required before the first shift

Other Requirements

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide customer service care
• Must pass a background check

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position supports the Regional Service to the Armed Forces Department. This is a 100% virtual (volunteer-from-home) opportunity.

QUESTIONS?
This project is created, organized, and managed by our nonprofit partner, the American Red Cross. Please contact the Opportunity Coordinator listed below for support.

All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: https://www.laworks.com/health-and-safety

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