Serve your community by joining a Red Cross Disaster Action Team (Pacific County)

About

In Washington, the Red Cross responds to an average of two home fire calls per day, making it the most common disaster our communities face. To connect with households and meet their immediate needs, dedicated volunteers are needed to support in their local communities.

Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers are dispatched to connect with households affected by home fires and other disasters, identifying their needs and connecting them with immediate resources. DAT Team members play a crucial role in helping victims of disaster on their road to recovery. All training will be provided to volunteers. Disaster Action teams consist of 2-3 volunteers, so this is a great role for couples, friends, families to have an immediate impact in their community.

Requirements

• Volunteers must have access to a vehicle and a valid license
• Attend Disaster Action Team Workshop
• Time commitment varies by County (average 1-2 calls per month)
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for In-Person activities

Skills

• Customer Service
• Disaster Response
• People Skills
• Safety & Disaster Education
• Verbal / Written Communication

Requirements

• Driver's License Needed
• Orientation or Training
• Background Check
• Minimum Age:18

About the Organization

Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it's one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things. The Red Cross workforce is made up of over 90% volunteers, meaning our mission is carried out by community members like yourself.