Job Details

Emergency Disaster Shelter Worker: Knox County

  2025-11-12     American Red Cross     Knoxville,TN  
Description:

Would you like to lend a helping hand to individuals and families affected by disasters? Join us as a volunteer Shelter Service Associate with the American Red Cross!

Here's what you'll do:

    • Provide comfort and support to people who have been displaced from their homes during disasters
    • Assist with various tasks at the shelter including welcoming guests, registration, serving meals and providing information/resources
    • Receive free online training to prepare you for the role

Qualifications:

    • Must be willing and able to volunteer in-person at disaster shelters before, during and/or after a disaster
    • Capable of meeting physical requirements such as lifting 20 pounds, sitting or standing for 2-hour periods, walking 2 miles during a shift and climbing stairs
    • For local disasters, commit to multiple shifts lasting 4-12 hours each. If you choose to work disasters outside your area, commit to 14 consecutive days with shifts of 8 or 12 hours
    • Adaptability and patience to work in a dynamic environment where priorities may change frequently

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Watch our video to learn more: Shelter/DAT


Apply for this Job

Please use the APPLY HERE link below to view additional details and application instructions.

Apply Here

Back to Search