Posted:
12/9/2024, 3:04:11 AM
Location(s):
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Massachusetts, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
Workplace Type:
On-site
Job Description:
Responsibilities:1: Interview callers and coordinate requests for service to include recording all client information in the case management system; determine eligibility for American Red Cross services; assess client needs; and provide appropriate services to clients. 2: Perform outbound activities including obtaining verifications, delivering messages, coordinating case management services with the jurisdictional chapter/station, and/or providing other follow-up actions needed for complete and timely client service.3: Understand and apply Red Cross and SAF policies consistently and correctly.4: Compose and deliver emergency communication messages to domestic and overseas locations. Send messages for delivery to deployment locations and ships at sea using military networks.5: Provide financial assistance to clients on behalf of military aid societies in accordance with the National Memorandum of Understanding.----------------------Scope: Individual contributor that works under close supervision. Use technical knowledge to solve routine types of problems.----------------------Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree required.Experience: Up to 1 year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.Management Experience: N/ASkills & Abilities: Demonstrated ability to use Standard English to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to type 40 wpm and create grammatically correct responses without spelling errors. Demonstrably strong computer skills to include use of Internet search tools, Intranet, and Microsoft Office Suite, to include Outlook, word-processing, database and/or spreadsheet applications. Experience in using an electronic customer relationship (CRM) or Case Management System (CMS) or similar customer centric relational database. Ability to apply active listening skills and employ reasoning and questioning strategies to capture, analyze, interpret and synthesize information from clients, staff, and management. Strong customer service skills reflecting a sound knowledge of telephone and in-person etiquette and pleasant and friendly manners respectful of human dignity. Must be adept at multi-tasking and have the ability to shift focus as operational, service delivery and staff needs demand. Demonstrated ability to treat people with respect under all circumstances and instill trust in others while upholding the values and principles of the American Red Cross. Ability to work on a team.Travel: N/A* Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).----------------------Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners — the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance — launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce. American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.
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Headquarter Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1881
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Education ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Humanitarian ⋅ Non Profit