Opportunities
Whether you are interested in working at a blood drive or in an office, we have a volunteer opportunity available for you. Find a position that suits you and join the mission of the Red Cross today!
- Canteen Host
- The canteen server provides refreshments to the donors following their donation and makes them feel good about what they've done. Canteen servers talk to donors and report to Red Cross staff if a donor shows signs of not feeling well. They also provide recognition for donors that have reached a donation milestone. It is important that they promote a positive, long-lasting impression of the Red Cross. Positions available at both mobile blood drives and our downtown and East End collection facilities.
- Administrative Assistant
- The administrative assistant supports various departments and programs through clerical support, data entry and receptionist responsibilities.
- Warehouse Assistant
- The warehouse assistant supports our donor representatives and their outreach efforts. The assistant aids in creating an inventory of our promotional materials, organizaing and arranging storage space and moving boxes as necessary. Computer skills are beneficial, but not neccessary. The ability to lift 30-40 pounds is required.
- Driver
- Drivers serve the Red Cross by transporting blood, plasma, and platelets to our hospital partners from our downtown center. Red Cross vehicles and cell phones are provided to volunteer drivers, and a current driver's license is required. Both local routes and regional runs are available. One day of regulatory training is required.
- Greeter
- Greeters assist the Red Cross by welcoming blood donors to the blood drive and assisting with the registration process. Since the position is the first human contact many blood donors have with the Red Cross, the volunteer should be outgoing and a positive face of customer service. Positions available at both mobile blood drives and our downtown and East End collection facilities.
- Blood Drive Ambassador
- Acts as an ambassador for the American Red Cross by greeting, educating, escorting and serving light refreshments while encouraging blood donors to continue giving the gift of life at local blood drives and donor centers. A variety of shifts are available: days, evenings and weekends. A pleasant attitude, a personal touch and a focus on excellent customer service are essential.
- Driver
- Transport lifesaving blood to local hospitals and from community blood drives to the Red Cross. Daytime, evening or weekend shifts are available. A volunteer in this position must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and the ability to lift approximately 45 pounds.
- Language Translator
- Use your special foreign language skills by assisting our blood donors through the donation process. Translate confidential health history information to our collection staff as you escort donors who are giving the gift of life at local blood drives. Volunteers with fluent language skills will find this opportunity a fun and rewarding way to help others. A variety of shifts are available: days, evenings and weekends.
- Mobile Unit Assistant
- A volunteer in this position is responsible for stocking the warehouse area, preparing equipment, organizing supplies for mobile blood drives, and other duties as needed. Daytime shifts are available.
- Office Assistant
- Put your good organizing skills to use by assisting our various departments with filing, copying and sorting, data entry, reception and general office work. Daytime shifts are available. Attention to detail is required and general knowledge of office machines and computers will be helpful. Learn what it's like to work behind the scenes at the American Red Cross!
- Phone Team
- Join a great team of volunteers who are responsible for contacting past donors to inform them when they are eligible to donate again. Volunteers in this position may also be responsible for contacting donors in special programs (such as Holiday Heroes), or calling scheduled donors to remind them of their appointments. A variety of shifts are available: days, evenings and weekends. Excellent customer service and telephone skills, a familiarity with computers and the ability to work a consistent schedule is preferred.
