Medical Reserve Corp Unit Volunteer

Job Posting Information

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Casual Scheduled Weekly

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0

The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Team Member is a volunteer position that assists Marathon County Emergency Management and the Marathon County Health Department in disaster response, public health initiatives, community preparedness, and community health outreach. MRC volunteers are critical in enhancing community resilience by providing medical and non‑medical support during emergencies, public health crises, and other community events.

• Emergency Response Assistance during public emergencies, including natural disasters, pandemics, or mass casualty events; provide first aid or assist other community partners at shelters, emergency clinics, or points of dispensing (POD) sites; assist with damage assessments; support Multi‑Agency Resource Centers and the Emergency Operations Center.
• Training and Exercises: attend and complete MRC training sessions, including emergency preparedness, CPR/first aid, and disaster response courses; keep informed about new threats and develop readiness skills.
• Logistical support: provide logistical and administrative assistance during emergencies.
• Disaster Preparedness: assist in developing and implementing disaster preparedness and recovery plans.
• Community Outreach: participate in outreach programs to educate and promote emergency preparedness, distribute health information, and encourage healthy behaviors.

• MRC volunteers may be medical or non‑medical professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, EMTs, firefighters, veterinarians, epidemiologists, interpreters, chaplains, office workers, and more.
• Experience or interest in public health, emergency management, or community engagement is a plus.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to volunteerism and community service.

• Flexibility: willingness to work in various settings and under changing conditions.
• Teamwork: ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliability: dependable and punctual.
• Willingness to participate in emergency response efforts and ability to work in high‑stress, fast‑paced environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Problem‑solving and adaptability in changing conditions.

• Opportunity to serve the community.
• Contribute to the health and well‑being of your community.
• Gain valuable experience and skills.
• Connect with other healthcare professionals.
• Personal satisfaction of making a difference.

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process.

Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.