Red Cross Volunteers

Organizational

Description:

The Canadian Red Cross is part of the largest humanitarian network in the world, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Our mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world. Our network is vast, but our approach is simple. All Red Cross programs and activities are guided by the Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity

Description of Duties:

Do you want to make a difference? The Canadian Red Cross Society (CRC), a non-profit, organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world, is currently seeking volunteers for some amazing programs right here in Manitoba

Smart Start (Newcomer training) and the Disaster Risk Reduction/Climate Change Adaptation team are looking for:

* People to facilitate sessions that are 1-3 hours in length 1-3 times a month (in-person, occasionally virtual)

* Facilitate to English as an additional language audience

* Passion for climate change adaptation, emergency preparedness and risk reduction

* Willingness to work in diverse cultural settings
* Able to communicate effectively to a group.

* Teamwork and collaboration.
* Packing/ Printing training materials

Emergency Responder Team - Large scale disasters (commonly spring, summer, fall)

Volunteers are ready to be called for upcoming responses such as floods & fires in Manitoba or larger disasters.

Personal Disaster Assistance Team - (24 hrs a day, 365 days per year) ongoing

Responders are scheduled based on volunteer availability. As a volunteer you would be able to respond to house fires in Manitoba.

*** All volunteers must complete the Canadian Red Cross online training and background checks as part of your onboarding as well as additional training needed for each specific volunteer team.

Please email your resume and any questions to

Ability to carry training equipment and stand for presentations (props/laptop).

Use of own vehicle or transit for transportation to/from sessions

Experience in public speaking, facilitating workshops, and/or instructing, especially in an EAL format or setting is beneficial.

Cultural awareness and sensitivity are required.

Experience working with diverse populations is an asset.

Commitment - to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross Movement and the core competencies of team excellence, service excellence, accountability and results focused

Customer Service Skills - dedicated to supporting those affected by emergencies

Communication skills - attuned to supporting with active listening and the ability to explain and confirm understanding

Computer use - including the ability enter data into a database or spreadsheet and use email
- Power Point

Teamwork values - sharing information, helping team members, respectful of diversity, approachable, building relationships

Ability to remain calm during a crisis - express empathy, remain focused and respond decisively.

Dependable and reliable

Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Opportunity to provide essential injury prevention information to newcomers.

Gain experience in public speaking, instruction, and workshop facilitation.

Positive and professional environment to encourage building of professional skills.

On-site training related to volunteer position.

Flexibility: a variety of roles that flex with your stage of life allowing you to volunteer in 1 or more areas

Volunteer Benefits: insurance coverage while volunteering plus access to our Employee Assistance program for support during difficult times

Meaningful Work: providing humanitarian relief that will create an impact at the individual and community level across Canada

Training & Development: comprehensive training & facilitation training. Public speaking. Safety information.

Emergency Management volunteers: not only assist during times of disaster and emergency, you will also help people to be better prepared, better connected to each other and more resilient when emergencies happen.

Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+

Time Commitment:
Daytime , Evening ,…