Volunteer: Blood Drive Volunteer - Donor Ambassador Mahoning CountyClick here to view video of the opportunity Duties: Ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, supporting safety protocols, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support. Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 16+, commit to 1-2 shifts (4-6 hours) a month. Flexible schedule - volunteers get to choose which blood drives to staff! CLICK HERE for more information and to apply! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Click here to view video of the opportunity Duties: Ensure that blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. During a blood drive, whether you’re greeting donors, supporting safety protocols, answering questions or thanking them for their donation, your courtesy and professionalism will create a favorable impression that encourages ongoing donor support. Requirements and Commitment: Must be age 16+, commit to 1-2 shifts (4-6 hours) a month. Flexible schedule - volunteers get to choose which blood drives to staff! CLICK HERE for more information and to apply! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44505 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Help Save Lives! Volunteer with the American Red Cross to Sound the Alarm!Please join us as an event-based volunteer for a meaningful day in the community! Volunteer alongside Red Cross volunteers, fire departments and partners to install FREE smoke alarms in homes and present fire safety educational information to individuals and families. No prior experience is necessary; we'll provide all the training you'll need upon arrival. Sound the Alarm home fire safety, free smoke alarms installation events will be held rain or shine, please dress in layers and closed-toe, comfortable shoes. Volunteers will begin at rally points at locations in the community and then disperse to identified neighborhood(s) in a volunteer team with a minimum of 2-4 people. View HFC Volunteer Team Quick Reference Guide PDF to prepare for your volunteer experience. HOW TO GET INVOLVED? Visit www.soundthealarm.org CLICK “FIND AN EVENT” to volunteer near you! Event Activity Date Start Time End Time Activity Location Home Fire Preparedness: Toledo, OH 04/05/2025 10:00 AM 2:00 PM 1111 Research Drive, Toledo, OH 43614 Home Fire Preparedness: Youngstown, OH 04/12/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 1322 W. Western Reserve Road, Youngstown, OH 44514 Sound the Alarm Akron, OH 04/25/2025 12:00 PM 3:00 PM 501 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303 Sound the Alarm Garfield Heights, OH 04/26/2025 9:30 AM 1:30 PM 5115 Turney Road, Garfield Heights, OH 44125 Sound the Alarm Massillon, OH 04/26/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 2813 Lincoln Way W., Massillon, OH 44647 Sound the Alarm Cleveland, OH 05/03/2025 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 9900 Denison Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 Sound the Alarm Liberty Township, OH 05/03/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 125 Fair Street, Findlay, OH 45840 Sound the Alarm Toledo, OH 05/03/2025 10:00 AM 2:00 PM 1010 Dorr Street, Toledo, OH 43607 Sound the Alarm Louisville, OH 05/09/2025 8:30 AM 12:00 PM 215 S. Mill Street, Louisville, OH 44641 Sound the Alarm Akron, OH 05/09/2025 9:00 AM 12:30 PM 501 West Market Street, Akron, OH 44303 Sound the Alarm Cleveland, OH 05/10/2025 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 925 E. 152nd Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 Sound the Alarm Sandusky, OH 05/10/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 600 West Market Street, Sandusky, OH 44870 Sound the Alarm Ravenna, OH - UH Portage Partner Event 05/16/2025 9:00 AM 12:00 PM 6847 N. Chestnut Street, Ravenna, OH 44266 Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Please join us as an event-based volunteer for a meaningful day in the community! Volunteer alongside Red Cross volunteers, fire departments and partners to install FREE smoke alarms in homes and present fire safety educational information to individuals and families. No prior experience is necessary; we'll provide all the training you'll need upon arrival. Sound the Alarm home fire safety, free smoke alarms installation events will be held rain or shine, please dress in layers and closed-toe, comfortable shoes. Volunteers will begin at rally points at locations in the community and then disperse to identified neighborhood(s) in a volunteer team with a minimum of 2-4 people. View HFC Volunteer Team Quick Reference Guide PDF to prepare for your volunteer experience. HOW TO GET INVOLVED? Visit www.soundthealarm.org CLICK “FIND AN EVENT” to volunteer near you! Event Activity Date Start Time End Time Activity Location Home Fire Preparedness: Toledo, OH 04/05/2025 10:00 AM 2:00 PM 1111 Research Drive, Toledo, OH 43614 Home Fire Preparedness: Youngstown, OH 04/12/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 1322 W. Western Reserve Road, Youngstown, OH 44514 Sound the Alarm Akron, OH 04/25/2025 12:00 PM 3:00 PM 501 W. Market St., Akron, OH 44303 Sound the Alarm Garfield Heights, OH 04/26/2025 9:30 AM 1:30 PM 5115 Turney Road, Garfield Heights, OH 44125 Sound the Alarm Massillon, OH 04/26/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 2813 Lincoln Way W., Massillon, OH 44647 Sound the Alarm Cleveland, OH 05/03/2025 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 9900 Denison Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 Sound the Alarm Liberty Township, OH 05/03/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 125 Fair Street, Findlay, OH 45840 Sound the Alarm Toledo, OH 05/03/2025 10:00 AM 2:00 PM 1010 Dorr Street, Toledo, OH 43607 Sound the Alarm Louisville, OH 05/09/2025 8:30 AM 12:00 PM 215 S. Mill Street, Louisville, OH 44641 Sound the Alarm Akron, OH 05/09/2025 9:00 AM 12:30 PM 501 West Market Street, Akron, OH 44303 Sound the Alarm Cleveland, OH 05/10/2025 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 925 E. 152nd Street, Cleveland, OH 44110 Sound the Alarm Sandusky, OH 05/10/2025 9:30 AM 2:00 PM 600 West Market Street, Sandusky, OH 44870 Sound the Alarm Ravenna, OH - UH Portage Partner Event 05/16/2025 9:00 AM 12:00 PM 6847 N. Chestnut Street, Ravenna, OH 44266 Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44505 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer {Virtual}This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level. LocationsAll Chapter and Satellite Offices throughout the Northern Ohio Region Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership Triages requests received to determine if Red Cross action is required; may decide if Red Cross will respond via DAT. Uses event triggers such as size, scope, and type of event to escalate the DAT response when necessary. Works with on-scene DAT leadership to support the response and provide technical guidance. May support and train new Duty Officers. Liaises necessary information to leadership and other stakeholders May be tasked with composing Initial Incident Reports (IIR) dependent upon regional processes Ensures response compliance in accordance with the DAT Standards and Procedures Maintains close working relationship with DAT Regional Program Lead, Chapter/Territory DAT Coordinators and Regional RC Respond Application Lead to ensure responders are identified and scheduled.Functional Documents incoming disaster notification and ensures their assignment as the Duty Officer in the call record in RC Respond. Manages all DAT calls and activities in RC Respond Identifies available DAT responders and dispatches team to ensure appropriate resourcing to meet client needs. Activates Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, Disaster Spiritual Care, and Public Affairs when requested. Maintains ongoing communication with all assigned responders and ensures timely updates are reflected in the RC Respond call record to reflect movement to a status of On Scene and Off Scene. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Monitors all active calls while assigned, moving them to a status of Closed upon completion in RC Respond. If an event has not concluded, provide necessary information upon shift change. Notifies Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contributes to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Manages availability by registering for shifts in RC Respond. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Maintains RC Respond Duty Officer user access QualificationsRequired: Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. Comfortable using and learning new technology Commitment to use RC Care and RC Respond systems as needed Able to prioritize multiple tasks in complex, rapidly changing and stressful situations. Must be 18 years or older Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to work for long periods on a computer Ability to speak clearly on the phone Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policiesPreferred: If no prior DAT experience, take part in a ride along on a DAT response or tabletop DAT response exercise.CLICK HERE to apply! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services (DCS) department. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. Disaster Action Teams (DAT) provide emotional support, financial assistance, and information to help families begin the process of recovery. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty Officer ensures timely activation and monitoring of local and regional DAT responses. The Duty Officer supports the DAT program either at the chapter/territory or region level. LocationsAll Chapter and Satellite Offices throughout the Northern Ohio Region Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership Triages requests received to determine if Red Cross action is required; may decide if Red Cross will respond via DAT. Uses event triggers such as size, scope, and type of event to escalate the DAT response when necessary. Works with on-scene DAT leadership to support the response and provide technical guidance. May support and train new Duty Officers. Liaises necessary information to leadership and other stakeholders May be tasked with composing Initial Incident Reports (IIR) dependent upon regional processes Ensures response compliance in accordance with the DAT Standards and Procedures Maintains close working relationship with DAT Regional Program Lead, Chapter/Territory DAT Coordinators and Regional RC Respond Application Lead to ensure responders are identified and scheduled.Functional Documents incoming disaster notification and ensures their assignment as the Duty Officer in the call record in RC Respond. Manages all DAT calls and activities in RC Respond Identifies available DAT responders and dispatches team to ensure appropriate resourcing to meet client needs. Activates Disaster Health Services, Disaster Mental Health, Disaster Spiritual Care, and Public Affairs when requested. Maintains ongoing communication with all assigned responders and ensures timely updates are reflected in the RC Respond call record to reflect movement to a status of On Scene and Off Scene. May be required to monitor activity across multiple DAT responses. Monitors all active calls while assigned, moving them to a status of Closed upon completion in RC Respond. If an event has not concluded, provide necessary information upon shift change. Notifies Chapter and Regional staff of significant events, and contributes to an Initial Incident Report, when appropriate. Manages availability by registering for shifts in RC Respond. Attends regularly scheduled team/DAT meetings as required by Chapter/Region. Maintains RC Respond Duty Officer user access QualificationsRequired: Reliable access to a computer, internet, and a phone. Comfortable using and learning new technology Commitment to use RC Care and RC Respond systems as needed Able to prioritize multiple tasks in complex, rapidly changing and stressful situations. Must be 18 years or older Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to work for long periods on a computer Ability to speak clearly on the phone Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policiesPreferred: If no prior DAT experience, take part in a ride along on a DAT response or tabletop DAT response exercise.CLICK HERE to apply! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44115 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: DCS: Mahoning/Trumbull County: Disaster Action Team (DAT) MemberThis position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. DAT Members participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response. Key ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including: Supporting the annual goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program. (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.) Length of AppointmentIn collaboration with DAT Leadership, once trained to operational ability, may remain active as long as required training is maintained and engagement criteria met. Time CommitmentMinimum on-call shift requirement is equivalent to 24 hours per month and is scheduled based on personal availability. Shift length is structured with daytime shifts 8am-4:30pm or evening/overnight shifts 4:30pm-8am. Volunteers are highly encouraged to sign up for more shifts to ensure coverage, strong personal engagement and gain valuable learning experiences. Volunteers commit to being available during registered shifts and communicates availability conflicts with DAT Leadership. When a call comes in, volunteers are expected to work as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours; delivering immediate direct client assistance with support of on-scene lead to assess additional resource/support needs. CLICK HERE for more information about this position! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. Disaster Action Teams provide 24-hour emergency response to local disasters, particularly house fires, ensuring that those affected have access to resources for basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. DAT Members participate in all DAT program support and capacity building activities necessary to ensure effective service delivery during a DAT response. Key ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for the tasks involved in the Disaster Action Team program including: Supporting the annual goals, Regional Disaster Officer (RDO) objectives, and regional/chapter plan for DAT services through participation in meetings, projects, and local response activities. Completes all required training and maintains current training standard as DAT program requirements change. Attends regular team meetings and training as required by the region/territory. Completes assigned projects and local response activities according to the needs of the DAT program. (Preparing vehicles, response materials, administrative support of the DAT program and other tasks assigned by the DAT Leader.) Length of AppointmentIn collaboration with DAT Leadership, once trained to operational ability, may remain active as long as required training is maintained and engagement criteria met. Time CommitmentMinimum on-call shift requirement is equivalent to 24 hours per month and is scheduled based on personal availability. Shift length is structured with daytime shifts 8am-4:30pm or evening/overnight shifts 4:30pm-8am. Volunteers are highly encouraged to sign up for more shifts to ensure coverage, strong personal engagement and gain valuable learning experiences. Volunteers commit to being available during registered shifts and communicates availability conflicts with DAT Leadership. When a call comes in, volunteers are expected to work as part of an assigned team to respond to local disasters within two hours; delivering immediate direct client assistance with support of on-scene lead to assess additional resource/support needs. CLICK HERE for more information about this position! Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44511 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Help During a National Disaster - Shelter Service AssociateWith the anticipated hurricanes and the ongoing western wildfires, we have an urgent need for volunteers who are willing to train now and potentially deploy (14-day commitment) to a Red Cross Disaster Relief Operation. Shelter Support Compassionate and committed individuals are needed to support sheltering efforts this disaster season. Shelter volunteers support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other vital areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio With the anticipated hurricanes and the ongoing western wildfires, we have an urgent need for volunteers who are willing to train now and potentially deploy (14-day commitment) to a Red Cross Disaster Relief Operation. Shelter Support Compassionate and committed individuals are needed to support sheltering efforts this disaster season. Shelter volunteers support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other vital areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Help During a National Disaster - Disaster Health Services AssociateWith the anticipated hurricanes and the ongoing western wildfires, we have an urgent need for volunteers who are willing to train now and potentially deploy (14-day commitment) to a Red Cross Disaster Relief Operation. Disaster Health Services Are you a licensed healthcare professional? If so, we also have a high need for health care workers to provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and you can also obtain your CE credits. Licenses needed include: RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio With the anticipated hurricanes and the ongoing western wildfires, we have an urgent need for volunteers who are willing to train now and potentially deploy (14-day commitment) to a Red Cross Disaster Relief Operation. Disaster Health Services Are you a licensed healthcare professional? If so, we also have a high need for health care workers to provide assistance and healthcare to shelter residents. Free online training will be provided and you can also obtain your CE credits. Licenses needed include: RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster – Recover VIRTUALDuties: Call clients to conduct follow-up interviews regarding their disaster caused needs and enter data. Provide clients with recovery planning, connection to local resources and overall hope during a difficult time in their lives. Commitment: 1 shift (3-7 hours) a week Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Duties: Call clients to conduct follow-up interviews regarding their disaster caused needs and enter data. Provide clients with recovery planning, connection to local resources and overall hope during a difficult time in their lives. Commitment: 1 shift (3-7 hours) a week Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44505 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster – Health Services - VIRTUALDuties: Volunteers provide health-related services and secure resources to meet the health needs of people affected by disaster and of the volunteer workforce providing disaster relief. They assist families and individuals following local disaster responses by coordinating with physicians, pharmacies, and durable medical equipment providers to replace lost items. During a Disaster Relief Operation, this role will support sheltering, emergency aid, outreach activities, and the Integrated Care Condolence Team Commitment: 2 weeks of on-call duty every 3 months. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Duties: Volunteers provide health-related services and secure resources to meet the health needs of people affected by disaster and of the volunteer workforce providing disaster relief. They assist families and individuals following local disaster responses by coordinating with physicians, pharmacies, and durable medical equipment providers to replace lost items. During a Disaster Relief Operation, this role will support sheltering, emergency aid, outreach activities, and the Integrated Care Condolence Team Commitment: 2 weeks of on-call duty every 3 months. Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44505 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster – Mental Health - VIRTUALDuties: Volunteers provide short term crisis management for those who have been impacted by local disaster. This includes members of the affected community as well as other members of the Red Cross workforce experiencing the stress of disaster response. They provide interventions to people impacted by a disaster, help facilitate long-term recovery, and assist the development of partnerships with local mental health agencies. Qualifications: Currently licensed mental health professional, current school psychologists and school counselors, current psychiatric nurses, retired mental health professionals. Commitment: 2 weeks of on-call duty every 3 months Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Duties: Volunteers provide short term crisis management for those who have been impacted by local disaster. This includes members of the affected community as well as other members of the Red Cross workforce experiencing the stress of disaster response. They provide interventions to people impacted by a disaster, help facilitate long-term recovery, and assist the development of partnerships with local mental health agencies. Qualifications: Currently licensed mental health professional, current school psychologists and school counselors, current psychiatric nurses, retired mental health professionals. Commitment: 2 weeks of on-call duty every 3 months Agency: American Red Cross - Northern Ohio Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 44505 Allow Groups: No |