Support Harris County Transport blood and blood products throughout theGreater Houston Area. This opportunity is available 7 days a week.

Volunteers in this role are required to be fully vaccinated.

This is a great opportunity for those who want to combine service with some alone time or for couples who would like to volunteer together.

Key Responsibilities

• Distribute blood to area hospitals as routine or "stat" deliveries
• Transport blood and blood products from blood collection sites to the laboratory for processing
• Pick up and return boxes as needed
• Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures
• Communicate and share feedback between Red Cross personnel and customers
• Drive in a safe and responsible manner

Qualifications

• Willingness to support Red Cross mission
• Valid state drivers license 3 years driving experience
• Familiarity with geographic area
• Able to verify safe driving records with state or insurance
• Experience to demonstrate reliability
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. (for hospital deliveries)
• Successful completion of American Red Cross Defensive Driving Course (within 6 months of placement)

Time Commitment

• Volunteer must commit to taking one driving shift per month
• Length of Time Varies (3hrs-6hrs) based on distance from Headquarters
• Shifts begin at 5:300PM or 9:00PM
• Shifts available 7 days a week

To Volunteer

If you are interested and want to start right away start your application at:http://www.redcross.org/volunteerand upon completionplease call me or email me so that we may begin your Red Cross Journey today!