GNY Winter Training Weekend 2024: Full Schedule

6:00pm EST

Virtual - Ready Rating for Preparedness

Thursday December 5, 2024 6:00pm - 6:30pm EST

We are offering another free self- guided online emergency preparedness training for local business, schools, and non-profit organizations, called Ready Rating. What is Ready Rating:
The Red Cross Ready Rating program provides a framework designed to: 1) Help businesses, organizations, and schools become prepared for emergencies; 2) Help increase the level of preparedness among individuals and families; and 3) Encourage businesses, schools and organizations to help their local communities prepare for emergencies.
This program does more than provide useful emergency preparedness information. The Ready Rating Assessments and Membership Seal make emergency preparedness measurable and visible, bringing concrete elements to an expansive framework. Additionally, the American Red Cross can provide a number of services to enhance emergency preparedness efforts that your organization undertakes.
Any business, school, or organization who is committed to improving their emergency preparedness is welcomed and encouraged to join the Ready Rating program.

https://www.readyrating.org/

Thursday December 5, 2024 6:00pm - 6:30pm EST
Virtual

Presentation

6:00pm EST

Virtual- Staff Services Fundamentals

Thursday December 5, 2024 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST

Virtual

Staff Services Fundamentals

So, what do those Staffing people do, anyway? ~ & why are they so important to a successful operation?

Did you know that one of the most requested volunteers on a disaster relief operation, are Staff Services Associates? Would you like to be the first boots on the ground, or perhaps serve virtually? Then consider taking this overview that will show you what you will need to know to do the job.

What do I need to set up to serve virtually?
How do I in-process workers?
How do I review a staff request, and much, much more!

Those that are considering making this one of their GAPS should register for this introduction. Strong Staff Services support is crucial to every operation!

Target Audience: Red Cross Volunteers and employees in Staff Services, Disaster Workforce Engagement, regional Volunteer Services, and other Volunteers and employees who are interested in serving in Staff Services on a disaster relief operation.

Prerequisites:

Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview

Speakers

Rose Sayre

Regional DWE Manager, American Red Cross

Thursday December 5, 2024 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Virtual

Disaster Workforce Services

9:00am EST

Virtual- Supervising the Disaster Workforce

Friday December 6, 2024 9:00am - 6:00pm EST

Virtual

DescriptionSupervising the Disaster Workforce

If you have been wondering about taking that next step, and moving up into a leadership role, you should consider taking Supervising the Disaster Workforce (SDW). This course prepares you to lead a team of disaster workers to deliver high quality client service creating a climate that promotes worker satisfaction. SDW is a required course for all Supervisors.

Prerequisites:

Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview
Training required to be a Service Associate in an activity in which he or she expects to become a supervisor.

Speakers

Jason Lyons

Nassau Community Disaster Program MN, American Red Cross

Sean MacLean

Community Disaster Program Supervisor, American Red Cross

Friday December 6, 2024 9:00am - 6:00pm EST
Virtual

Leadership

11:00am EST

Virtual- Supply Fundamentals

Friday December 6, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm EST

Virtual

The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to support Supply operations by familiarizing them with the tasks they will perform as a Red Cross worker in Supply when assigned to a regional or larger disaster response. The course also provides detailed training on the Disaster Requisition (Form 6409) procedures for requesting and obtaining supplies, tracking the requisition process, and completing the Three-Way match.

Be part of the team that brings mission critical supplies to the Disaster Relief Operation. Come join us, for this session packed with information!

Prerequisite:
Disaster Cycle Services
Logistics: An Overview

Speakers

Jason Rawcliffe

Logistics Program Support Manager, American Red Cross

Friday December 6, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Virtual

Logistics

11:00am EST

Virtual- Government Operations Fundamentals

Friday December 6, 2024 11:00am - 4:00pm EST

Virtual

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the liaison’s roles, responsibilities and assignment settings within the framework of the disaster cycle.
Explain the liaison’s role in preparedness efforts.
Manage and communicate critical information, offers and requests during the response phase.
Explain how to engage with partners to organize recovery efforts.
Describe the importance of coordinating with internal and external partners to meet needs and enhance service delivery.
Identify tools and resources for emergency management and relief operation settings.
Identify next steps to becoming an effective liaison by creating an action plan.

Audience:
Individuals interested in becoming government liaisons who have previous Red Cross experience and have completed the course prerequisites.
Prerequisites:
Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview

Speakers

Brandon Sherr

Regional Instructor, American Red Cross

Nanci Banninger

Vol Partner to Sr Dir Program Manager, American Red Cross

Friday December 6, 2024 11:00am - 4:00pm EST
Virtual

External Relations

10:00am EST

Virtual- SRT Triage Fundamentals

Saturday December 7, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST

Virtual

The objectives of SRT Triage:

Providing an understanding of why we ask the questions;
Best practices for holding a dynamic client interview during Triage;
How to successfully use the Shelter Client Information App (SCIA) to record SRT Triage responses; and,
How SRT Triage information is used to inform operational decision making and plan for SRT Casework.

Speakers

Gary Chin

Disaster Response Manager - Queens, American Red Cross

Saturday December 7, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Virtual

Mass care

10:00am EST

Virtual- Psychological First Aid: Helping Others in Times of Stress

Saturday December 7, 2024 10:00am - 3:00pm EST

Virtual

Psychological First Aid: Helping Others in Times of Stress is required for ALL Red Crossers!

There's no such thing as a "small" disaster to those experiencing it.
Who might be the first caregivers clients come in contact with? YOU!
Be better prepared to recognize signs of stress, provide caring support
Learn when to request further assistance for clients, co-workers and yourself.
Learning what not to say can be a very important part of providing compassionate care.

Target Audience: Required for all Red Crossers

Prerequisite: Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview

Speakers

Jill Bellison

DMH Supervisor, American Red Cross

Saturday December 7, 2024 10:00am - 3:00pm EST
Virtual

Individual Disaster Care

5:00pm EST

Virtual - Pep Rally & Volunteer Recognition Event!

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm EST

Virtual

Join us for a virtual Volunteer Recognition event and pep rally! We will have games, giveaways and more. Please join us for this event to celebrate all we have accomplished as a Disaster Services team.

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm EST
Virtual

11:00am EST

Virtual- Disaster Public Affairs-Visual Storytelling

Sunday December 8, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm EST

Virtual

Great Instructor-

The course is intended to teach Red Cross volunteers and staff who are interested in serving in the Public Affairs activity on national Red Cross relief operations as Service Associates or Supervisors. This course is designed to teach Red Cross visual guidelines to a mixed audience of novice to expert photographers and videographers to support objectives during disaster. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in open discussions to reinforce important concepts and meet segment objectives.

Prerequisites

Disaster Cycle Services: An Overview
Public Affairs Essentials

Speakers

Desiree Reiner

External Affairs Officer, American Red Cross

Sunday December 8, 2024 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Virtual

External Relations