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Emergency Response Volunteer (Cambridgeshire)
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Summary
When there is a fire, flood, or severe weather crisis, we’re among the first to respond and start recovery.Detailed description
Emotional and practical support is at the heart of our deployments. We are a very ad-hoc role and require flexibility where possible.
We are looking for volunteers who:
- Can attend Whittlesey Community Fire & Rescue Station (PE7 1RU) within 30 minutes.
- Available to support on a pre-arranged rota system covering at least 1 x 6 hour shift a week or equivalent to 24 hours per month (shifts cover 24 hours a day).
- Can attend a monthly meeting (2 hours) each month.
- Can commit to volunteering for at least 12 months.
- Preferred but not essential - a driver who has held a valid driving licence for a minimum of 2 years and which allows you to drive in the UK, have access to your own vehicle and be happy to drive a British Red Cross vehicle.
- Available to undertake approximately 19 hours of required e-learning modules and online training sessions in the first few months of volunteering plus other ongoing service specific training as required.
Why we want you
Working alongside the local emergency services every day, from house fires and flooding to power cuts and water shortages, the British Red Cross responds to an emergency almost every 4 hours.
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.
The skills you need
- 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.
What's in it for you
- 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).
- Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training.
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must undergo an Enhanced with Adults barred Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Please visit our website for further information or to apply online.
About British Red Cross
For the last 150 years, we have put kindness into action. The British Red Cross has been helping millions of people in the UK and around the world get the support they need when crisis strikes.