Disaster Program Specialist
Company: American Red Cross
Location: Allentown
Posted on: January 23, 2023
|
|
|
Job Description:
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing
Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch
millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the
human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's
largest humanitarian network?**** As a condition of employment with
American Red Cross, you are required to provide proof that you are
fully vaccinated for COVID 19 or qualify for an exemption, except
in states where it is prohibited by law. Accordingly, employment is
conditioned on providing proof of vaccination or having an approved
exemption prior to starting employment **** Join us-Where your
Career is a Force for Good!Job Description:As an employee at the
American Red Cross, you could be on the front lines making a
positive impact on our community. You could provide your services
directly to the American public or support to the people who do.
Both roles help further the mission of the Red Cross. Join our
non-profit organization, where your heart and mind go to work!
We are currently seeking a Disaster Program Specialist to work in
our Allentown, PA location supporting the American Red Cross of
Pennsylvania Rivers.Must live in one of the supported counties:
Berks, Lehigh, Northampton & Schuylkill Counties.Bilingual a
plus!
The Disaster Program Specialist is responsible for the
implementation of the disaster services program in Berks, Lehigh,
Northampton & Schuylkill Counties. Must live within one of the
counties.Job Summary:The Disaster Program Specialist will take full
cycle responsibility to provide service delivery programs in Berks,
Lehigh, Northampton & Schuylkill Counties. The Disaster Program
Specialist will support the Disaster Program Manager and volunteer
workforce to support local communities by providing services to
include but are not limited to: response to recurrent local
disasters (house fires, floods, etc.), capacity building for mass
care service delivery, participation in the Home Fire Campaign, and
direct assistance and recovery services to those impacted by
disasters. Develop, guide, and support team of trained volunteers,
as well as implement and develop initiatives to increase Red Cross
visibility through program/service delivery of disaster
preparedness, response, and recovery programs. The Disaster Program
Specialist will provide support, development and/or leadership
guidance to all volunteers. Responsibilities:1: Facilitate and
support the development and implementation of strategies,
initiatives, tools, plans, processes and procedures within a
functional area, or, through the development of volunteer
leadership, oversee the implementation of the full disaster cycle
of an assigned sub-territory. Functional areas may include: Mass
Care, Client Casework, Health & Mental Health Services, Logistics,
Information Management & Situational Awareness, Partnerships &
Emergency Management, Workforce Development, Preparedness, General
Volunteer Support & Engagement, or Home Fire Campaign.2: Analyze
opportunities for improved program service and make recommendations
for implementation. Implement assigned programs or services to meet
goals.3: Support local preparation, response and recovery
activities as well as maintain government partnerships with
assigned territory. Assist with a broader division and national
network of disaster responders and help with deployments and relief
operation activity outside immediate region. This may include
physical deployment to impacted communities.4: Engage and develop a
volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster
preparedness, response, and recovery programs in the local area.
Ensure the development of leadership volunteers in each of the
assigned program support functional areas of the disaster cycle in
order to meet the needs of the assigned geography.5: Support local
responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders on a daily
basis in a rapid and accessible manner. Qualified and experienced
volunteer leaders should be placed in key roles first. If volunteer
leadership is unavailable, may service during times of disaster.
Participate in local planning, exercises, and training, including
exercises called by local partners Volunteer Organizations Active
in Disaster, Emergency Management Agencies and Local Emergency
Planning Committees (VOADs, EMAs and LEPCs). May evaluate and
report effectiveness of program or service. Prepare recommendations
for continuous improvement.6: Serve as the Red Cross thought leader
as needed with local level with government and other agencies and
organizations involved in disaster. Key representative of Red Cross
in the community, interfacing with local officials and developing
plans with community leaders. Ensure activities are in compliance
with regional and national procedures and
policies.Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience with social services or
service/program delivery, or equivalent combination of education
and related experience required.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to coordinate staff and volunteer
activities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written
communication skills. Develop project plans & budgets. Demonstrate
in-depth knowledge of program or service, ability to create
presentations and training modules, and strategies to achieve
organizational goals. Demonstrated analytical and decision- making
skills to interpret program trends, results, formulate
recommendations, and develop creative processes for continuous
program or service improvements. Proven track record of
collaboration with diverse groups and individuals, managing
multiple priorities, facilitation, problem solving, marketing,
leadership, and partnership management. Additionally, this position
requires ability for planning, public speaking, project management
and process improvement. Individual must be customer oriented,
organized, and able to operate with an orientation toward solutions
with an external focus, and team orientation. Intermediate level
proficiency with MS Office software, including Word, Excel,
PowerPoint and Outlook. Bilingual a plus!Must be able to perform
all assigned responsibilities under "grey sky" requirements.
Ability to work in a matrixed environment and on a team.
Travel: 25%Travel required. Valid driver's license
required.Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here
are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While
performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly
required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The
employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up
to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will
consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers,
phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the
ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a
computer terminal for an extended period of time.What's In It For
You?We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a
mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support
to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing
home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing
possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
Commitment to Your Health & Safety-COVID-19:
The American Red Cross requires all new hires be vaccinated against
COVID-19 as a condition of employment. This means that all
individuals working for the organization must be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 by the start of their employment OR have begun the
vaccination process prior to their start date. Upon being offered a
position, individuals will be required to submit proof of
vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or
religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an
exemption, you will be required to submit documentation and your
request must be approved prior to hire.Diversity, Equity &
Inclusion
The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization fully
committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating and
maintaining a diverse, high-performing workforce of employees and
volunteers who reflect all communities we serve; by cultivating a
collaborative, inclusive and respectful work environment that
empowers all contributors; and by leveraging diverse partnerships -
all of which helps to ensure culturally competent service delivery
supported by effective community leadership and engagement. The Red
Cross supports a variety of cultural groups for employees and
volunteers. From our Latino Resource Group, Umoja, Asian American &
Pacific Islanders, and Red Cross Pride, to the Ability Network,
Veterans+ and our Women's Resource Group, these networks provide
connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns
and opinions.Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the
opportunity to make a difference every day.The American Red Cross
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion,
national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any
other characteristic protected by law.
Interested in Volunteering?Life's emergencies don't stop, and
neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than
90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human
suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position
that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and
talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their
time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.Visit
redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our
most-needed volunteer positions.To view the EEOC Summary of Rights,
click here: Summary of Rights
Keywords: American Red Cross, Allentown , Disaster Program Specialist, Other , Allentown, Pennsylvania
|
Click
here to apply!
|
