2026 Disaster Response Team Member
About The Position
SCA, a conservation service organization, seeks qualified applicants for disaster recovery and response projects in the Florida Panhandle following Hurricane Isaias. As part of AmeriCorps Disaster Response Teams, members provide critical services at disaster sites. The work is rewarding but emotionally and physically challenging, supporting communities experiencing trauma and loss. Compassion, resilience, creativity, tenacity, and self-awareness are essential. Once deployed, members should expect little to no time off and should be prepared to work and live in challenging conditions with limited infrastructure. Projects may include mucking and gutting, mold remediation, natural-area restoration, donations and volunteer management, and administrative work. The deployment is scheduled for November 9, 2026 through December 7, 2026. Members work 50–60 hours per week. Housing is provided and may be in a gymnasium, community center, hotel, or camp-like setting, depending on availability. Meals are provided throughout deployment, and travel expenses are covered by SCA. Members receive a living allowance of $950 per week, subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes, as well as training in disaster response operations.
Requirements
- Be service-minded, with a strong desire to help others.
- Have a positive attitude and a high level of maturity.
- Be self-sufficient, adaptable, and flexible, including the ability to thrive with little leadership and care for oneself in stressful environments.
- Be able to take on a variety of duties and projects related to conservation and disaster response.
- Be team-oriented and comfortable living and serving in close proximity to others.
- Be able to manage conflicts proactively and productively.
- Be in good physical condition, including the ability to repeatedly lift up to 30 pounds and work up to 12 hours a day in varied weather conditions.
- Be willing to wear personal protective equipment for work that may involve exposure to mold, allergens, and other hazards.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Be able to undergo and pass state and federal background checks.
- Be eligible to enroll in AmeriCorps.
Nice To Haves
- Chainsaw experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete basic construction tasks and lead teams of volunteers in construction work.
- Deploy to recent disasters to support critical response activities.
- Perform administrative service in logistics, community relations, individual and public assistance, planning, preparedness, and recovery activities.
- Conduct data entry and help survivors sign up for assistance.
- Muck and gut damaged homes, remove debris, and restore natural areas.
- Assist with team logistics planning and data collection and participate as a member of the team.
- Perform non-routine tool and gear maintenance.
- Drive the SCA vehicle for team support if eligible.
Benefits
- Housing provided for the deployment.
- Meals provided throughout deployment.
- Travel expenses covered by SCA.
- Training in disaster response operations.
- Living allowance of $950 per week, subject to applicable taxes.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
