Needs From: Community Builders of Monterey County

Purpose
This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department at the county level. Provide Follow up and Recovery Planning Services, including referrals, for individuals and households following regional events - primarily home fires.

Responsibilities
Conduct follow-up for clients within 72 hours of case being opened by Disaster Action Team or Caseworker.
May also conduct Intake and provide Financial Assistance to qualified clients if case was not opened by DAT
Conduct Follow-up and Recovery Planning Services
Provide Internal Referrals and External Referrals.
Assist with problem-solving and advocacy upon request
Use RC Care to document services according to the Client Care Program Standards and Procedures and RC Care Job Tools.
Services may be provided in person or virtually.
Work with community recovery partners to plan for community recovery needs and long-term recovery activities.
May also have a REC/CARE/SA GAP in addition to steady state role.

Time Commitment
Min. of 4 hrs/week.

Volunteer FrequencyWeekly
Qualifications
Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.

Preferred qualifications:

Able to treat clients with care, comfort and concern.
Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the American Red Cross.
Demonstrated ability to work well in stressful situations and in a team-oriented setting.
Demonstrated interest in learning about community resource organizations.
Treats people equitably and works effectively with diverse populations
Comfortable with technology
Length of Appointment
Not recommended for those with short time period for volunteering (e.g. on summer break or on a short sabbatical)

Development Opportunities
Based on skill and interests, become a Recovery Team Leader or get a GAP and deploy nationally

Requirements
Required:

Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview
RC Care: Caseworker Curriculum
Everyone is Welcome
Concept of Operations Basics
Recommended:

Psychological First Aid: Helping Others in Times of Stress
https://youtu.be/vvEyDRQEqpQ

Help your neighbor in their greatest time of need!

Home fires and other disasters can occur any time, any place. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you’ll provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. After your initial training, your shifts will include responding to emergencies within 2 hours, night or day, rain or shine to provide immediate compassion and care. With experience and further training you can take on leadership and response coordination roles to have a wider impact. At the same time, you’ll be developing skills that you may choose to apply to larger-scale disaster response efforts with the Red Cross. 

Time commitment: 1 six-hour shift a week. Usually 12am-6am; 6am-12pm; 12pm-6pm; 6pm-12am.