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Vision Quest Solutions Inc

FL · On-site

A Disaster Response Mental Health Provider plays a critical role in delivering emotional ... Working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary shelter team, the Mental Health Provider helps ...

PuroClean

Disaster Response Cordinator

Cleveland, TN · On-site

$50K/yr

Disaster Response Coordinator Perks: * Online Mobile Courses * Flexible Scheduling * Paid Training ... With a 'One Team' mentality, manage and complete jobs according to PuroClean ® processes per ...

Cavins Group, LLC

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Disaster Response Apprentice- Emergency Restoration Tech

Wichita, KS · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Disaster Response Apprentice: About Us We're a fast-paced disaster restoration company that helps ... Positive attitude and team spirit * No experience required -- just a desire to grow and help others ...

Veteran-friendly

Urgent

Training provided

Cavins Group, LLC

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Disaster Response Apprentice- Emergency Restoration Tech

Wichita, KS · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Disaster Response Apprentice: About Us We're a fast-paced disaster restoration company that helps ... Positive attitude and team spirit * No experience required -- just a desire to grow and help others ...

Veteran-friendly

Urgent

Training provided

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Disaster Response Team member, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Disaster Response Team member, you need a solid background in emergency management, first aid/CPR certification, and often relevant experience or a degree in a related field. Familiarity with incident command systems (ICS), emergency communication devices, and mapping or logistics software is typically required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, resilience under pressure, and effective communication are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure quick, coordinated, and effective responses to crises, protecting lives and property during emergencies.

What are some common challenges faced by members of a Full Time Disaster Response Team, and how are these typically addressed?

Members of a Full Time Disaster Response Team often encounter challenges such as unpredictable work environments, extended hours during emergencies, and the need to quickly adapt to rapidly changing situations. To address these challenges, teams rely on comprehensive training, clear communication protocols, and strong support networks both within the team and with partnering agencies. Regular drills and debriefings also help team members stay prepared and manage stress, ensuring effective collaboration and safety during high-pressure responses.

What is a Full Time Disaster Response Team?

A Full Time Disaster Response Team is a group of professionals who are employed on a full-time basis to prepare for, respond to, and help communities recover from emergencies such as natural disasters, pandemics, or large-scale accidents. These teams may include specialists in emergency management, medical care, logistics, communications, and rescue operations. Their main role is to rapidly deploy to affected areas, coordinate relief efforts, provide essential services, and support local agencies during and after a crisis. Team members often undergo rigorous training and may be on call to respond at any time. Their work is vital for saving lives, minimizing damage, and helping communities return to normalcy.

What is the difference between Full Time Disaster Response Team vs Emergency Response Technician?

AspectFull Time Disaster Response TeamEmergency Response Technician
CredentialsCertifications in disaster management, CPR, first aidCPR, first aid, emergency medical certifications
Work EnvironmentField operations during disasters, emergency sitesEmergency scenes, hospitals, field response
Employer & IndustryDisaster agencies, government, NGOsEMS services, hospitals, emergency agencies

Both roles involve emergency response skills and certifications, but the Full Time Disaster Response Team focuses on large-scale disaster management, while Emergency Response Technicians provide immediate medical aid and rescue services. The team typically works in coordinated disaster scenarios, whereas technicians often respond to medical emergencies in various settings.

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Disaster Response Photo/Video Contractor

Disaster Response Photo/Video Contractor

Heart To Heart International

Lenexa, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

About Us

At Heart to Heart International we are committed to strengthening communities through equitable access to healthcare and humanitarian support. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we believe financial stewardship is key to maximizing impact and fostering trust with our donors, partners, and the communities we serve. Through our Disaster Response Program, HHI delivers medical aid, supplies, and skilled volunteers to communities impacted by natural disasters and crises—both in the United States and around the world.

Position Summary

Heart to Heart International is building a roster of contract-based photographers and videographers to support rapid disaster response deployments. These professionals play a critical role in documenting the impact of disasters and HHI’s humanitarian response efforts in real time.

Selected individuals will be placed on a standby roster and contacted when deployment needs arise. When activated, photographers/videographers may deploy alongside Disaster Assessment Teams or Medical/Operations Disaster Response Teams to capture compelling visual storytelling from the field.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Capture high-quality photos and video documenting disaster impact and response efforts

o Disaster destruction and affected environments

o Distribution of hygiene kits and humanitarian aid

o Emergency Medical Team and Mobile Medical Vehicles in action (setup, patient care, team coordination)

o Survivor stories (with consent)

o Interviews with volunteers, partners, and HHI staff

o Provide written captions, context, and metadata for all submitted content

o Obtain and manage signed photo/video releases from all identifiable subjects

o Capture specific requested content for donor communications and storytelling

o Take headshots of each Disaster Response team member and group photos of deployed teams

  • Collaborate with HHI Marketing & Communications team on pre-deployment shot lists and daily priorities
  • Deliver edited and captioned visual content to HHI headquarters daily (same day or within 24 hours)
  • Maintain professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and ethical storytelling standards in all environments

Qualifications

  • Prior professional experience in photography and/or videography required
  • Strong technical skills in capturing high-quality visual content in dynamic environments
  • Ability to deploy domestically and/or internationally with as little as 48 hours’ notice
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines (often same day turnaround)
  • Experience uploading and transferring large media files in low-resource environments
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage respectfully with disaster-affected populations
  • Willingness and ability to interview subjects to gather accurate caption details
  • Experience with social media platforms and storytelling preferred
  • Disaster Response storytelling experience is a plus
  • Video editing skills are a plus

Training & Onboarding

Selected roster members must complete:

  • HHI’s onboarding requirements – background check, drug screen, and complete interviews
  • HHI’s just-in-time Disaster Response training provided at time of deployment
  • Pre-deployment documentation
  • Country specific vaccination requirements
  • Valid passport with an expiration date no less than 1 year of contract.


Additional Information

  • This is a contract-based, on-call role with no guarantee of deployment
  • Roster members will be contacted based on response needs and alignment with required skills
  • Compensation will be determined on a per-deployment basis and agreed upon in advance
  • Applicants are applying to join a standby roster, not for immediate placement
  • Supplying a portfolio is a plus


By submitting your application, you will maintain a professional profile with HHI, ensuring your information is current and readily available for rapid deployment consideration. The roster is reviewed and updated regularly.



Heart to Heart International (HHI) is committed to accomplishing its mission in a way that protects all program beneficiaries and personnel. It is our shared responsibility to prevent sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. HHI staff, contractors and volunteers are held to the highest standards of conduct and prohibited from any behavior that places individuals at risk of abuse.