Cumberland County

Initial DRCC Training for new Volunteers

Interested in Helping our Community in Times of Need? Become a Certified Volunteer Disaster Response Crisis Counselor (DRCC)! Initial Training and Current DRCC CEU Renewal Opportunity August 5h - 7th. Seats are limited and Cumberland County residents have first preference.

Register Here

What is a Disaster Response Counselor?

- A volunteer who becomes part of an Emergency Response Network and responds to the needs of the community after a disaster or some other traumatic event strikes. You can become trained and certified in disaster response and behavioral health and crisis counseling and no clinical background is needed. DRCC does not provide traditional mental health services. It is more providing support and linkage to resources during a time of crisis. 

OPENINGS ARE LIMITED. CUMBERLAND COUNTY RESIDENTS RECEIVE PREFERENTIAL REGISTRATION.

Out-of-county registrants will be notified ASAP if there is availability. 

• Monday, August 5, 2024  9:00am - 4:00pm - Introduction to Disaster Response
• Tuesday, August 6, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm - Psychological First Aid
• Wednesday, August 7, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm - Culture and Ethics

New participants must attend all three days in order to continue with the certification process. Existing DRCC's can earn up to six (6) renewal credits. 

Any questions? Contact Melissa Niles or message us on our Facebook Human Services page.