Join the American Red Cross and volunteer in our most needed positions!

Communities across the country count on the Red Cross every day. The need remains critical and constant during the fall season. From helping people effected by disasters, like home fires and floods, to supporting the collection of lifesaving blood, volunteers can make a difference. Ninety percent of our workforce are volunteers who are inspired to give back. You can be a part of this effort by helping us spread the word to your employees, members, volunteers and reach out today!

We are in need of volunteers in our Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) in a variety of roles.

Disaster Action Team (DAT) Specialist:

This position supports the Regional Disaster Services department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. Disaster Action Team (DAT) Specialists respond to local disasters and provide immediate compassion and care to clients.

Disaster Recovery Client Care Caseworker:

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The Recovery Services Client Care Program allows the Red Cross to rapidly meet disaster-caused needs by enabling clients to apply and receive financial assistance and/or community resources. The Client Care Program Service Associate supports the recovery of disaster affected individuals, households, and communities by providing referrals, advocacy, and financial assistance through RC Care (case management system).

Sheltering:

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate (SA) is a temporary position assigned to work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event. Sheltering Service Associates complete tasks necessary for shelter operations and interacts with clients to ensure their needs are met. Sheltering Service Associates support the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.

Watch our video to learn more: Disaster Cycle Services