American Red Cross - Orlando, FL

posted 10 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Orlando, FL
Social Assistance

About the position

The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Community Disaster Program Specialist - Disaster Services for the Central Florida Region supporting Orlando. This position involves providing functional support to the Disaster Program Manager and Leadership at a regional level or taking full cycle responsibility to provide service delivery programs within a defined geography. The role includes responding to local disasters, capacity building for mass care service delivery, participation in the Home Fire Campaign, and direct assistance and recovery services to those impacted by disasters. The specialist will develop, guide, and support a team of trained volunteers and implement initiatives to increase Red Cross visibility through disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and support the development and implementation of strategies, initiatives, tools, plans, processes and procedures within a functional area.
  • Analyze opportunities for improved program service and make recommendations for implementation.
  • Support local preparation, response and recovery activities and maintain government partnerships.
  • Engage and develop a volunteer team responsible for the implementation of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery programs.
  • Support local responses through the deployment of volunteer leaders.
  • Serve as the Red Cross thought leader with local government and other agencies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience with social services or service/program delivery.
  • Ability to coordinate staff and volunteer activities.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills.
  • Proven track record of collaboration with diverse groups.
  • Intermediate level proficiency with MS Office software.
  • Valid driver's license and clean MVR.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in project management and process improvement.
  • Familiarity with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental Vision plans
  • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO + Holidays
  • 401K with 5% match
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
  • Service Awards and recognition
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