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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?

Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!

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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?

Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!

WHY CHOOSE US? 
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview): The Disaster Mental Health (DMH) Service Associate (SA) provides a range of mental and behavioral health support to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster.

This position is located in the North Florida area and involve a team itinerating between Lake City and the Lecanto area where our clients are located in non-congregate settings such as hotels or other service delivery sites. Transportation (i.e., rental cars) will be available for the employee’s use within these areas, during work hours.

Salary: $1,500/week. 

This position is a temporary assignment expected to last 3-12 months.  It requires a 40-hour work week which may be conducted over a 4 or 5 day per period. Weekend availability may be required. The position also requires periodic overnight on-call coverage which may be rotated throughout the team members.

The American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health program is a supportive care model provided in a community setting to address the psychosocial and emotional needs of individuals and families impacted by disaster.  The program is unique in that it allows mental health professionals to use their skills in assessment, care, teaching, coaching, and coordinating recovery to promote and achieve an optimal level of mental health for a client after disaster. Disaster Mental Health workers promote client independence and resiliency.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD     

Key Responsibilities:   

• Support the emotional health of individuals, families, communities, and Red Cross workers through the use of disaster mental health interventions, predominantly Psychological First Aid.  

• Assist in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies and community-based organizations to facilitate effective client referrals. 

• Facilitate long-term recovery for clients by providing disaster mental health support and connection to local resources.  

• Be available to provide disaster mental health support to staff as necessary. 

 WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications): 

• Education: At minimum, hold a master’s degree in a mental health profession; and

• Hold a current, unencumbered license from, or is registered with, any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychiatric nurse, or psychiatrist.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a clinical mental health setting or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. 

Training: Red Cross Disaster Health Services and other Red Cross associated training will be provided on the job 

Travel: A valid Driver's License is required. 

Physical requirements may include the ability to sit or stand for long periods and adapt to long, irregular hours, and frequent schedule changes are required. 

 WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications):   

• Must be able to provide compassionate care for clients with diverse needs and backgrounds. 

• Demonstrated ability to implement Standards and Procedures and follow associated job tools including reporting requirements. 

• Demonstrated ability to interact with community members in a clear, compassionate manner. 

• Demonstrated ability to involve appropriate others in managing problems and conflict. 

• Ability to acquire, evaluate, and report information accurately. 

• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. 

• Demonstrate time management for daily completion of all tasks for all clients.   

• Demonstrated active listening skills. 

• Ability to stay calm in chaotic situations.   

• MUST BE Computer literate and understand basic programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, & web-based systems. 

• Ability to lift/carry 30lbs. multiple times per shift. 

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.

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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.

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