Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) & Disaster Response Crisis Counselors (DRCC)
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Division
Medical Reserve Corp (MRC)
Our name does not say it all. “Medical” may be in our title but we need volunteers with a variety of skills and trades. As a member of the MRC unit, you will be part of an organized and trained team. Volunteers will be ready and able to strengthen local emergency planning and response capabilities. As a unit, volunteers will assist during natural disasters, emergency incidents, events, and public health activities. Train at your own speed and/or in group settings.
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856-935-7510 x 8475 or
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must be at 18 years or older
- Live or work in Salem County
- Be a U.S. Citizen
Training is offered to MRC volunteers both virtually and in-person. As a volunteer you will be invited to participate in emergency response exercises, public health clinics, and local community events. All invitations MRC volunteers receive are optional to attend and offered to increase your knowledge and skills. If you are interested in becoming a Salem County MRC volunteer, please contact us at 856-935-7510 x 8475 or for more information and to fill out a volunteer application.
For more information: National MRC Training Resources
Disaster Response Crisis Counselors (DRCC)
- The Salem County Disaster Response Crisis Counselors (SCDRCC) is a group of area health professionals and community volunteers that are part of the state and national network of citizens to assist public health agencies in responding to natural and man-made disasters. The SCDRCC serves a residential and workforce population of over 66,000.
- The Salem County DRCC is actively looking for more volunteers. Volunteers must be 18 years old, live or work in Salem County, and be a U.S. Citizen. Training is offered to DRCC volunteers online and in-person. Training covers shelter operations, potential DRCC volunteer responsibilities, the Incident Command System, and many other topics. As a volunteer you will be invited to participate in exercises, clinics, and community events. All of these are optional and offered to increase your knowledge and skills.
