Disaster Services CoursesThe Disaster Services program is charged with responding to the needs of victims of disasters throughout our service area which includes the Counties of Roanoke, Franklin, Botetourt, Craig, Pittsylvania, Alleghany, Bath and Highland; and the cities and towns therein. In the Roanoke Valley, such disasters include, but are not limited to, single and multiple-family fires, floods, winter storms, and transportation mishaps. You can receive volunteer training to assist us when a local or national disaster occurs.
Bulk Distribution The purpose of this interactive course is to prepare participants for the roles, responsibilities and tasks involved in setting up, operating and supporting a Bulk Distribution operation in the chapter and on a disaster relief operation.
Client Casework: Provide Emergency Assis This course trains Red Cross caseworkers in how to conduct effective client interviews and provide appropriate assistance to help meet a client's immediate disaster-caused or disaster-aggravated needs.
Disaster Assessment Basics The purpose of this course is to provide a general overview of the tasks performed by Red Cross Disaster Assessment workers, especially Disaster Action Team members, in support of a disaster relief operation and a local incident such as a single or multi-family fire.
ERV (Emergency Response Vehicle) This course prepares participants to drive, utilize and maintain this vehicle in a disaster.
Fulfilling Our Mission This course is a basic entry-level instructor-led course, which introduces potential disaster volunteers and members of other local agencies to the role of the Red Cross in the community's action in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters.
Logistics Overview This course covers basic information on how the function procures vehicles, equipment and supplies, and facilities during a disaster relief operation.
Logistics Simulation The purpose of the simulation is to provide participants an opportunity to practice the skills and knowledge needed to run a successful logistical operation in their local chapter. Course length: 4 hours
Mass Care Overview This course is designed to introduce the learners to the activities for the Mass Care group which includes feeding and sheltering.
Psychological First Aid This course provides a framework for understanding the factors that affect stress responses in disaster relief workers and clients they serve. In addition, it provides practical suggestions about what you can say and do as you practice the principles of Psychological First Aid.
Public Affairs in Disaster I This course will train Red Cross staff to perform the critical tasks that are necessary to ensure that vital relief and recovery information is shared in a timely and accurate manner with both external and internal audiences. Case-based scenarios, group discussions and practice activities require participants to apply their knowledge and skills to the challenging responsibilities chapter Public Affairs workers face during a disaster response.
Shelter Operations This course teaches participants how to effectively manage a Red Cross shelter and to meet the needs of people displaced by a disaster. Participants also have an opportunity to practive knowledge and skills needed to run a successful shelter operation.
Shelter Simulation This course teaches participants how to effectively manage a Red Cross shelter and to meet the needs of people displaced by a disaster. Participants also have an opportunity to practice knowledge and skills needed to run a successful shelter operation. |
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