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Veteran Jobs - 2023 Mar 01 - Veterans Resources

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

This is a temporary, remote position contingent on disaster relief needs. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus! * Answer customer inquiries with professional courtesy, giving exceptional customer service ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary disaster relief in the United States is $17.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Temporary Disaster Relief job involves providing short-term assistance to communities affected by natural disasters or emergencies. Workers in these roles help with food distribution, shelter setup, medical aid, and logistical support. These positions are often filled by government agencies, nonprofit organizations, or disaster response teams. They require flexibility, quick decision-making, and the ability to work in high-stress environments. Many of these jobs are contract-based and last until recovery efforts are complete.

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To succeed in Temporary Disaster Relief, you need strong problem-solving abilities, crisis management experience, and basic knowledge of emergency response protocols, often supported by training in first aid or FEMA certifications. Familiarity with communication systems, mobile logistics platforms, and personal protective equipment is highly beneficial. Adaptability, resilience, and strong teamwork are crucial soft skills for handling unpredictable environments and collaborating with diverse groups. These competencies enable effective, coordinated responses to emergencies, ensuring help reaches affected communities efficiently.

What are some common challenges faced by Temporary Disaster Relief workers in the field?

Temporary Disaster Relief workers often operate in rapidly changing environments that may lack basic infrastructure, such as electricity, clean water, or transportation. They frequently face long hours, physical demands, and the need to make quick decisions under pressure. Since teamwork is vital, you'll collaborate with various agencies, volunteers, and local officials, which requires clear communication and adaptability. While these challenges can be intense, they also offer rewarding opportunities to make a tangible difference in communities in need.
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Infographic showing various Temporary Disaster Relief job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 61% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,747 per year, or $17.2 per hour.
Disaster Spiritual Care Volunteer

Disaster Spiritual Care Volunteer

American National Red Cross

Fond Du Lac, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

The role of the Disaster Spiritual Care (DSC) Service Associate is to serve as a member of a temporary work unit on a disaster relief operation to provide disaster spiritual care support to individuals and families who have been impacted by a disaster.

  • Assist disaster clients to utilize their own spiritual resources, values and faith in the midst of crisis, regardless of one's faith tradition.
  • Assist in developing partnerships with local faith-based organizations.
  • Facilitate long-term recovery for clients by providing spiritual and emotional support, and connection to local resources.
  • Be available for staff who request spiritual care support.

Qualifications:

  • Willingness to comply with Red Cross COVID-19 policies for in-person volunteer activities.
  • Meets one of the following criteria:
    • A disaster spiritual care provider in good standing in a National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) member organization
    • A Board-certified chaplain
    • A professional chaplain (paid or volunteer) and is endorsed by that organization
    • An endorsed leader of a local faith community or organization
  • Has successfully completed the DSC Screening evaluation conducted by a DSC Regional Program Lead or DSC Division Advisor for new DSC Volunteers.
  • Good organization skills, responsible and punctual.
  • Demonstrated active listening skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement Standards and Procedures and follow associated job tools including reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with community members in a clear, compassionate manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to involve appropriate others in managing problems and conflict.
  • Ability to acquire, evaluate, and report information accurately.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide interfaith support while respecting the principles of neutrality and impartiality.
  • Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
  • Values Differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  • Ability to stand and sit for two-hours periods.
  • Ability walk on uneven terrain up to 2 miles per shift.
  • Ability bend, stoop or crawl on the floor or ground multiple times a shift.
  • Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
  • Ability to spend hours writing, speak clearly on phone, read small print for extended periods and work for long periods on computer.
  • Ability to climb two or more flights of stairs.
  • Ability to drive in daytime and evenings.

Regional responses: Shift work determined by the scale of the relief operation; a minimum requirement of 8-12 hours per day during the disaster relief operation for multiple, consecutive days.

Beyond Regional responses: 12-14 hour days for extended periods depending on distance. Time and length of commitment will vary by operation.

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