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Shelter
Management
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Provide supervision and administrative support for Red Cross responsibilities within the shelter. Ensure the needs of shelter occupants are being met.
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| Registration |
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Ensure that all shelter occupants are registered upon arrival. Maintain a system for checking occupants in and out when they leave for any period of time. Manage the system of record keeping for shelter registrations.
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Supervise on-site food preparation and service for shelter residents and workers. Advise the Logistics supervisor of needed supplies. Ensure that the food ordering system is established and implemented. Keep accurate records of food and supplies received and expended. Prepare and monitor the food service staff work schedule. Record the work hours of personnel as requested.
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| Disaster Health |
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Under the direction of the Red Cross medical consultant, the staff will protect health, prevent disease, provide first aid for shelter residents and staff, assume responsibility for the supervision of other health services staff, maintain records, and provide for 24-hour coverage in the shelter.
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Disaster Mental
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Provide mental health services at the shelter for both shelter residents and staff.
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Information
Services
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Provide access to factual information about the disaster. Post the location and hours of Red Cross service centers and other Organizations that offer assistance. Set up bulletin boards and hold shelter meetings to dispel rumors.
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Dormitory
Management
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Set up sleeping areas. Assign residents to sleeping areas. Coordinate with Logistics staff for cots, blankets, and comfort kits, if available.
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Other Client
Services
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Organize and administer play areas, recreation, transportation, and other services when shelter stays are long. Identify residents needing additional services and collaborate with Family Service and other sources to meet such needs.
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| Logistics |
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Provide support for the use of the facility. Ensure the safety, security, and sanitation for the shelter. Procure, store, and distribute supplies and equipment at the shelter. Work with the representative of the facility to ensure that the building is used properly.
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| Paid and Volunteer
Staff Recruitment
and Placement
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Recruit, place, and support staff assigned to the shelter. Provide opportunities for shelter residents to serve as volunteers in the shelter.
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| Translator |
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To assist in communicating with shelter residents and directing them to the proper location and services.
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