Duty Officer volunteers play a key role in disaster response and client service delivery. These volunteers answer the initial phone call for temporary assistance and collect basic situational information. Duty Officers assess the situation and deploy the most appropriate resources to support efforts such as casework, sheltering, disaster assessment, and recovery planning.
Location: Virtual- from the comfort of your own home!
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Zero-to-Hero training provided! Complete online and with supervisor.
- Have a computer with reliable internet service and a phone.
- Be on-call during selected shifts.
- Provide leadership and guidance during local disasters.
- Dispatch Disaster Action Team volunteers to initialize a disaster or emergency response.
Benefits of volunteering with the America Red Cross Disaster Cycle Services:
- Gain experience in: Social Work, Disaster Response, Human Services, Volunteer Coordination, Emergency Management, and Incident Response.
- On-going training opportunities and professional development
- Serve your community by assisting those affected by disasters
- Support your fellow volunteers and Chapter in their mission
Time commitment: After Zero-to-Hero training is four to nine 6-hour on-call shifts per month. *Preferred length of commitment (after training) is at least 6 months and a year is greatly appreciated.
Make a difference! Go to www.redcross.org/volunteer to complete an application. Have questions? Email our team at IDMT.Recruiting@redcross.org for more information.
