Emergency Response Volunteer

Emergency Response Volunteer Location: Cardiff - Must live within 30 minutes of Ely Fire Station, Cowbridge Street, Cardiff CF5 5BQ Commitment: One 12 hour shift per week, and a monthly training session Additional: Must hold full UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle About the role As a Cardiff Emergency Response Service volunteer, you'll work alongside the emergency services and in collaboration with a variety of agencies, to provide practical and emotional support to meet the immediate needs of both the occupiers and neighbours involved at the scene of an incident. You could be providing immediate support, warm temporary shelter and privacy, assistance with contacting agencies & insurance companies, psychosocial support and impartial advice. About the Team The Cardiff Emergency Response team is based in Cardiff and can be deployed to attend incidents across the area. The service is available to anyone who has been affected by a crisis such as floods and fires, to large scale emergencies. The support is short term and the British Red Cross will follow up with the individuals to make sure that the people are on the road to recovery. This service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is free of charge. We're looking for someone who is: Willing to respond if on-call, including unsocial hours. Able to support others in a calm, logical and responsible manner, with listening and empathetic skills, even when under pressure. Able to follow processes that relate to the role. Committed and available to undertake regular training and attend exercises which are appropriate to the role. Willing to uphold the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and adhere to the Society's Equal Opportunities Policy. This role requires a DBS/PVGcheck to the appropriate level. Tasks included in this Role: Offering practical and emotional support to those affected by significant events or disaster. This may include; providing basic provisions and facilities, shelter, signposting to other organisations or assisting with seeking temporary accommodation. You may be providing emotional support to people who have been evacuated to a rest centre due to a flood in their home. Working alongside other voluntary organisations and local authority/statutory service partners. Administration and maintenance of appropriate records. Carrying out tasks as agreed with the team leader and as per skills and training. Attending briefings and debriefings given by the team leader or responding agency. Young People and this role We value the skills, energy and enthusiasm that young people bring to the Red Cross. To volunteer for this role, you must be aged 18+. However (subject to arisk assessment, safeguarding requirements and parental consent) there may be other positions available via our website where those aged 15-17 can get involved. If you have any questions about this role, please e-mail us on: ILCRVolRecruitment@redcross.org.uk Connecting human kindness with human crisis ...[more details]