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Each agency or organization has a unique set of skills and time commitments required of their volunteers. The following are questions to help you decide if the American Red Cross is the right place for you. This self assessment is for your planning and decision making. Be completely honest. Discuss your decision with the important people in your life. Remember that volunteering is a commitment. It is important to find the right place to make that commitment.
- Often people with good intentions are just too busy to volunteer. Too often volunteers will have great intentions but are unable to follow through with their commitment. Unfortunately, lack of follow through can result in clients not receiving immediate assistance, blood not being collected, or lifesaving classes not being taught.
Do you have room in your life for another commitment?
- The American Red Cross is seeking volunteers who are responsible and reliable. Your assignments will often vary in where they are located and the amount of time required to complete them.
Is your schedule flexible enough to accommodate this commitment?
- Many Red Cross opportunities require that you take classes before beginning to volunteer. Some training requires travel to within the region.
Are you willing to take the necessary training in a timely manner?
Do you have the patience needed if all training classes are not readily available?
- Volunteering for the American Red Cross involves working with people of different ages, sexes, socioeconomic, cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and educational backgrounds.
Are you comfortable with people who are different from yourself?
- Typically, the individuals who have been, and continue to be, successful American Red Cross volunteers possess certain skills or characteristics.
Do you consider yourself good at…
Time management
Teamwork
Communication
Taking initiative
Follow up
Working in stressful situations…?
Thanks for taking time to complete this assessment! If you answered yes to these five questions, we encourage you to contact us about an orientation.
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