SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE

Each agency or organization has a unique set of skills and time commitments required of their volunteers. Following is a list of questions to help you decide if the American Red Cross is an appropriate place for you. This self-assessment is for your planning purposes and decision making alone. Be completely honest. Discuss your decision with the important people in your life. Remember that volunteering is a commitment. It is important to find the right place to make that commitment.

1. Often people with good intentions are just too busy to volunteer. Too often individuals will have great intentions but are unable to follow through with their commitment. Many volunteer opportunities call for several hours of consistent time during days. Do you have room in your life for another commitment?
Yes      No

2. The American Red Cross is seeking volunteers who are responsible and reliable. We rely on volunteers to meet the needs of our clients and customers as well as fulfill administrative gaps for the organization. Is your schedule flexible enough to accommodate this commitment?
Yes      No

3. Many Red Cross opportunities require that you take classes before beginning volunteering. Some jobs will require the completion of multiple courses before you can begin volunteering. Are you willing to take the necessary training in a timely manner?
Yes      No

4. Volunteering for the American Red Cross involves working with people of different ages, socio-economic, cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and educational backgrounds. Are you comfortable with people who are different from yourself?
Yes      No

5. Typically, the individuals who have been and continue to be successful American Red Cross volunteers possess certain skills/characteristics. Do you consider yourself good at:

Time Management	Yes       No
Taking Initiative	Yes       No
Team Work	Yes       No
Communication	Yes       No
Follow Up	Yes       No
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Thanks for taking time to complete this assessment! If you answered yes to these five questions we encourage you to fill out our application.