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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
Anyone who is interested in making our community safer, stronger and better prepared to respond to emergencies of all kinds.
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
No. Both individuals with medical training and non-medical volunteers are needed.
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
Volunteers may be assigned to roles that match their skills, interests and availability. Roles can include:
- Assistance with the distribution of medicines and supplies at Point of Dispensing Sites (PODS)
- Translation services
- Access & Functional Needs Support
- Mental Health Support
- Emergency Sheltering Support
- Administrative and Logistical Support Roles
- IT Assistance
- Community Safety and Preparedness Education
- Assistance with Community Public Health Activities
- Many other important jobs!
Please talk to us about using volunteer hours towards meeting academic or professional requirements.
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
There is no set time commitment to be a Medical Reserve Corps volunteer. Volunteers serve at their level of interest, time and training.
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
Volunteers receive an initial orientation which includes an overview of Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) roles, responsibilities and assignment, activation and reporting procedures. Additional trainings are offered as classroom and online sessions. You will also receive "just in time" training if your services are ever needed.
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Public Health - Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
Interested in registering as a Rensselaer County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) volunteer? Call 518-270-2655 or visit the MRC page for a registration form.