INTERESTED IN JOINING
DEPARTMENT OF INNER-CITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE:
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We have Three (3) Membership groups:
[1] Operational – for deployments
[2] Non-Operational- Support Staff
[3] CERT – Community Emergency Response Team
All Members should be able to work in a small unit, interdependently as an invaluable component of a larger team. Please be aware that we maintain a high standard in the care and use of our required uniforms, deportment and equipment.
Please consider these expectations before applying:
- Must be able to clear an enhanced background check
- Must be free of limiting medical conditions.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively via telephone and radio equipment
- Must have the ability to lift, carry and balance up to 125 pounds (250 pounds with assistance)
- Must have the ability to interpret oral, written and diagnostic form instructions
- Must have the ability to use good judgment and remain calm in high stress situations
- Must have the ability to be unaffected by loud noises and flashing lights
- Must have the ability to function efficiently without interruption throughout an entire work shift
- Must have the ability to read English language, manuals and road maps
- Must have the ability to accurately discern street signs and addresses
- Must have the ability to interview patients, patient family members and bystanders
- Must have the ability to document, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format in light of legal ramifications of such
- Must have the ability to converse in English with coworkers and hospital staff with regard to the status of the patient
- Must possess good manual dexterity with ability to perform all tasks related to the highest quality patient care
- Must have the ability to bend, stoop and crawl on uneven terrain
- Must have the ability to withstand varied environmental conditions such as extreme heat, cold and moisture
- Must have the ability to work in low light situations and confined spaces
- Must have the ability to work with other providers to make appropriate patient care decisions
- You will be expected to take pride in your uniform and maintain all personal and team equipment in good condition.
- Must attend monthly meeting/team sessions
- When not present, will maintain good communication with the orginazition through texts messaging or emails
- Must be willing to train up for National or International deployment (Operational Members)
ARE YOU STILL SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN JOINING?
****Please be advised that we cannot accept all applications and ask that you contact us first to discuss any issues you may have to be an active operational member.****
APPLICATION PROCESS TO BECOME Operational EMERGENCY RESPONSE OFFICER (ERO):
- Contact the DICER office to obtain an application form
- Complete 2 reference forms checks
- Return form with a $60 application processing fee*
- You will be contacted to attend a private information session.
- A Compelete background check will be conducted
- You will be required to attend trainings and new member sessions.
- You will be required to begin obtaining your ERO uniform and equipment
- You will be required to PASS an Operational Training Course & Fitness Test.
- You will then receive an Invitation to FULL Membership.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) by prospective members:
How often do EROs meet? EROs, at a minimum, after their basic training, will meet every other Tuesday plus selected weekends. This is required to be a specialist rescue technician or medic on our national or international team. However, some people are full members as part of our Search and Rescue (SAR) Engineers and can come out as little as once every two to three months. Naturally Primary Rescue teams need to train as a team more frequently than that – depending on their positions as Rescue Tech / Medics. What time commitments are expected from Non-Operational Members? The Non-Operational Support Section (NOSS) does not have any minimum attendance or commitment level. Basically they commit to help EROs in the furtherance of its aims and are proactive in doing so. They may provide help with events, fundraisers or logistical support. They do not respond as rescuers.
What time commitments are expected from Operational Members? This is easier to answer if you first consider what we do. We provide a very high standard of response during emergencies and disasters. Members are required to attain a minimum standard of training and then maintain a minimum attendance depending on their position and level with the Department. You can discuss this in more detail with our Membership Officers.
Do members pay for their essential Operational Training? No. Members receive their essential operational training for FREE. They can also access other specialized and non-mandatory training, equipment and services as a benefit of membership, for a discounted rate.
* Why do Applicants pay an application fee? The Department receives many applications to become ERO’s, many of whom are not so serious about their commitment. The Department incurs many costs in processing applications and background checks. We want serious applicants only please.
Do members pay a membership fee? Yes. There is a extremely low monthly which contributes toward their costs or training and membership. All Members are required to pay. If there were any hardships, these will be addressed on an individual basis.