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From making a cup of tea to trekking through snow and sleet to deliver the essentials, British Red Cross works with other organisations to do what’s needed straight away.
As an Emergency Response Volunteer, you will give people the support they need at a time they need it the most.
What you will be doing:
• Respond to emergency call outs in your local area.
• Give emotional support to people and communities affected by an emergency.
• Give practical support such as distributing clothing, food or water after an emergency.
• Tell people where they can get extra support.
• Collaborate with local government or emergency services staff.
Diversity is something we celebrate. We want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong.
We want to create an inclusive environment, and promote and spread the power of kindness.
We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us.
We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone. Agreed expenses will be reimbursed.
We are looking for someone who is able to:
• Reach Oldbury fire station within 40 minutes.
• Volunteer at least 24 hours a month (4x 6 hour shifts).
• Attend monthly team meetings in the evening on 1st Wednesday each month.
• Commit for a minimum 12 months after training.
• Be available to undertake approximately 33 hours of required e-learning modules and Zoom training sessions in the first few months of volunteering plus other ongoing service specific training as required.
• Driving is preferable but not essential. If you are driving for this role you should have held a driving licence for at least 2 years which allows you to drive in the UK and have access to a vehicle.
• Have access to their own phone and laptop/computer.
To deliver Humanitarian Aid to people in need
Fire Station, Old Park Lane
B69 4PU Oldbury
Dean Barr
07841 863669
deanbarr@redcross.org.uk
https://www.redcross.org.uk/
Please contact us to discuss any access requirements
• Warm and friendly.
• Calm and can follow processes under pressure.
• Good listening skills and ability to empathise.
• Can communicate in a calm manner.
• Able to act responsibly.
• Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team.
• A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones.
• All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training).
Yes
18+
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