Be the Comfort in the Storm: Become a Disaster Shelter Volunteer! - Richland County

Are you willing to make a difference during times of need? Join the American Red Cross to provide in-person support in a Red Cross shelter before, during, and/or after a disaster event. Shelter Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter by completing tasks necessary for shelter operations while interacting with clients to ensure their needs are met. Responsibilities vary depending on assignment, but may include:

• Reception: Welcoming, registering, and supporting shelter clients.
• Dormitory: Managing sleeping arrangements.
• Feeding: Helping with meal distribution.
• Information: Providing updates and assistance.
• Supply: Handling and organizing supplies.

Requirements:

• Be comfortable working with diverse populations under stressful conditions.
• Hold a valid driver’s license (required for divisional and national deployments).

Time Commitment: Flexible to work shifts before, during, and/or after disaster events. May include consecutive shifts that are 4, 8, or 12 hours long. If interested in deploying to support larger-scale disaster events, a time commitment of 10-14 days will be required.

Ready to make a difference? Here's how to get started!

Questions? Email our team at [email protected] for more information about this or other positions.

Watch our video to learn more: Sheltering