VOLUNTEER SERVICES
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. The Northeast Georgia 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 Relief:
- Teach Disaster prevention in the community
- Be a member of a Disaster Action Team (DAT), the first Red Cross relief
- Comfort disaster victims as a Red Cross Nurse or mental health counselor
- Provide casework services to disaster victims
- Once trained to work on local disasters, you may want to offer your time on national disasters across the country
Blood Services:
- Promote local blood drives
- Give blood on a regular basis
- Welcome and register donors
- Serve refreshments and schedule donors for their next donation
Preparedness Services:
- Teach CPR, First Aid, Aquatics, HIV, Sport Safety Training, Babysitting, and other courses in the community
- Man First Aid Stations and help with demonstrations
- Assist with community events - set-up, manikin preparation, canteen, instructor helper, etc.
- Sell first aid kits and safety supplies at community events
Administrative:
- Serve on committees at the local, state, regional, national and international levels
- Answer phones and greet visitors at headquarters and service centers
- Fund Raising
- Public Relations - promotions and publicity
- Translating and interpreting
- Public speaking
Call: 770-532-8453 to get started today!!