Indiana Response and Preparedness Corps

The Indiana Response and Preparedness Corps

The mission of the Indiana Response and Preparedness (RAP) Corps is to provide vital emergency assistance to victims and communities affected by disaster and increase community preparedness by recruiting new volunteers and providing educational outreach so that individuals and families are better prepared for disaster.

Members will engage in one or a combination of the following activities:

1. Recruit and mentor new disaster response volunteers
2. Conduct disaster readiness classes such as Be Red Cross Ready
3. Assist the Red Cross on local disaster relief operations (national deployment is optional)
4. Work with community organizations to ensure the Red Cross can provide sheltering and food to those affected by disaster.
5. Instruct CPR and First Aid Classes

Indiana RAP Corps Benefits:

• A modest living allowance for full-time and half time members
• An education award upon successful completion of the program
• Training in First Aid, CPR, Community Disaster Education, and Disaster Response
• Invaluable experience in community preparedness, disaster response, and public speaking

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong organizational and public speaking skills
• Ability to serve as part of a team and individually
• Initiative, responsibility, and a willingness to learn
• Interest in disaster preparedness and response
• Background in education, communication, recruiting, or disaster response a plus

Qualifications for Membership:

• Age 18 or older
• A US citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency

The Indiana RAP Corps program is active in Chapters throughout north and central Indiana. Individuals are able to apply for specific sites or to give their preferences for top five sites.

 The Indiana Response and Preparedness Corps aims to help communities in northern and central Indiana effectively prepare for and respond to disasters. From teaching disaster preparedness classes to recruiting and mentoring new disaster volunteers to working with local businesses able to provide shelter in times of disaster, the Indiana Response and Preparedness Corps is preparing and helping communities before, during, and after a disaster strikes.

RAP Corps FAQ


American Red Cross, St. Joseph County Chapter            Phone (574) 234-0191
3220 E. Jefferson Blvd.
South Bend, IN  46615      www.stjoe-redcross.org/index.php?pr=AmeriCorps

Director of Community Service: Rebekah DeLine      rebekahgo@stjoe-redcross.org
    
Member Locations:  St. Joseph County (South Bend), Elkhart County, Northeast Indiana (Fort Wayne), Greater Indianapolis, North Central Indiana (Wabash/Kokomo), Monroe County (Bloomington), Kosciusko County (Warsaw),Huntington County (Huntington), Marshall County (Plymouth)

Member Positions: Full Time, Half Time, Minimum Time (Education Award Only)