The American Red Cross is only successful because of the hundreds of thousands of volunteers across the nation who give of themselves every day. Not only do our clients benefit from the work of volunteers, the volunteers have the opportunity to give back to their communities, learn new skills, practice what they learn, and teach others. Lower Shore Chapter has had hundreds of volunteers over the years and we are always recruiting. Consider joining us! Here are some of the many opportunities we have for you:
Disaster and Emergency Services:
Disaster Action Team Member - Prepare for local disasters by organizing, planning, and training. Respond to local disasters, e.g. fires, winter storms, floods, etc., and provide disaster victims with their immediate needs of shelter, food, clothing, and TLC. Help communities prevent and prepare for disaster by offering community disaster education.
National Disaster Volunteer - Once you've been trained to work on local disasters you may want to offer your time as a national disaster volunteer to provide services across the country.
Health and Safety:
Instructors - Teach any of our many classes such as CPR and First Aid, Babysitting, and Water Safety.
Begin your volunteer service now by participating in online training:
Introduction to Disaster Services: The purpose of this basic level Disaster Services online course is to engage and inspire the public to actively participate in supporting American Red Cross disaster response. This self-study course will introduce learners to American Red Cross Disaster Services and allow them to discover how volunteers support this critical mission and to explore ways they can become involved in a local chapter.
This course is a prerequisite to all other Disaster Services training.
Orientation to the American Red Cross:
Articulate Demo
Viewing Time: 3 minutes
Module describes how to navigate and use all the features of the Articulate navigation in which this orientation is designed. If you encounter technical difficulties, please review the Help Guide.
Module 1 – History
Viewing Time: 25 minutes including knowledge check
Module describes the history of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and the American Red Cross, the connection between the two and the Fundamental Principles.
Module 2 – Foundations
Viewing Time: 10 minutes including knowledge check
Module discusses our mission, organizational structure and strategic direction.
Module 3 – Key Services
Viewing Time: 20 minutes including knowledge check
Module illustrates the key services of the American Red Cross.
Module 4 – Our Commitments
Viewing Time: 12 minutes including knowledge check
Module describes how Red Cross employees and volunteers apply our values, practice total diversity and act within ethical standards to uphold the public trust.