Extreme Response International exists to encourage and facilitate the work of our partner organizations around the world. These organizations are run by nationals who are reaching out to the poor in their own countries. Many of these organizations are in need of full-time, career staff to accomplish their goals. There are a wide variety of needs that the organization may not be able to fill because of lack of finances or lack of skills available. Perhaps this is where you can fit in as a Career Worker for Extreme Response International.
The variety of skills needed is great. There are needs for directors, youth workers, community development and healthcare workers, teachers, construction workers, automotive mechanics, computer specialists and designers, and the list goes on. Perhaps you have been thinking that you would like to serve long term but are not sure where your skills would fit.
If you feel that you would like to use your skills and talents for one year or more to help the poor and needy of the world, contact us. We can help you locate possible areas of service. We are careful to only place people where there is a great need for their services that cannot be met by nationals.
To learn more about possible opportunities contact Mike Bishop, Director of Human Resources, at mbishop@extremeresponse.org.
FAQ - Career Worker
1. Do we get paid for our services?
Extreme Response International does not pay a salary. Each worker/volunteer is responsible for raising their own financial support through friends, organizations such as churches, civic groups etc. Tax deductible receipts are given to financial donors and US workers receive a W2 form for tax purposes.
2. What about medical insurance and other benefits?
All workers under Extreme Response International are covered by our medical insurance policy. We also require that the worker contribute to their own retirement plan as well as a personal savings account. These funds are part of the amount the Extreme Response requires each worker to raise for their support.
3. How much support do we need to raise?
This will depend on the organization that you are working with as well as the cost-of-living in the country that you serve in. The number and ages of family member also are considered in determining the support schedule. Our desire is that the family is able to live comfortably but also that they have a realistic amount to raise.
4. How long of a commitment do I have to make?
The Career Worker Program is for people who want to serve one year or more. This could be a life-time commitment or a set period of time. It will also depend on the time frame that the partner organization is looking for.