Needs From: United Way of South Texas

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Sheltering (SH) Service Associate 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 task necessary for shelter operations and interacts with clients to ensure their needs are met. Sheltering Service associates supports the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.

Anyone interested in the 1/2 day training for sheltering can click on the link below:

Shelter SA in 1/2-Day (Once a month):

As we plan to support people and communities across Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina ahead of the inclement weather approaching this week we need all the support we can get, and that's including you!

Your neighbors may need your help in coming days, please fill out this form to let us know how you want to support and we will fast track your volunteer application.

https://forms.office.com/r/d7dP48UJLg

There will be a shelter training October 12, 2024

9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Lunch provided)

6914 W. Expy 83, Harlingen, TX 78552

The Red Cross takes care of all travel expenses.

Thank you!

American Red Cross

This training opportunity is open to volunteers that would like to serve in American Red Cross shelters. 

The Red Cross is offering a 4-hour shelter training for those interested in becoming Shelter Volunteers. Join fellow Texans and prepare to support victims of disaster in Red Cross Shelters. Your help can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

As we plan to support people and communities across Texas and Louisiana ahead of the inclement weather approaching the gulf coast this week we need all the support we can get, and that's including you! 

See the link below: Complete the RC application below:

This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level. The following are requirements:  

1. Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. 2). Comfortable using and learning new technology; 3) Commitment to use RC and RC respond system as needed; 4) Able to prioritize multiple task in complex; 5) Must be 18 years or older; 6) strong written and verbal communication skills; 7) ability to speak clearly on the phone; 8) Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies