MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS
The Darke County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a network of both medical and non-medical volunteers dedicated to the health and safety of our community. The Darke County MRC volunteers donate their time and expertise to prepare for and supplement response efforts during emergencies, as well as assist the county in times of non-emergency.
About the Darke County Medical Reserve Corps
The Darke County Medical Reserve Corps provides an opportunity for volunteers with medical skills, mental health skills, non-medical skills, and a variety of other specialties to provide support during a public health emergency in Darke County and the surrounding region.
The mission of the Darke County Medical Reserve Corps is to provide volunteer medical, mental health, and administrative support during local emergencies, and to promote health and wellness in the community.
Currently the Darke County Medical Reserve Corps is looking to recruit both medical and non-medical volunteers, to perform a variety of services, including but not limited to:
- Client Greeters
- Language Translators
- Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Clinical Social Workers
- Amateur and Ham Radio Operators
- Clerical Assistants
- Site Assistants
- Physicians
- Veterinarians
- Mental Health Workers
- Computer Technicians
To volunteer, go to the Ohio Responds Volunteer Registry at Ohio Responds ohioresponds.gov
- Click “Register Now”
- Click “Add Organizations,” select the plus sign (+) for a drop down of county MRC units
- Select your county of residence or employment
- Complete the application
- Congratulations! You will hear from your local coordinator regarding your next steps
If you need assistance or have questions about volunteering, contact the Darke County General Health District at 937-548-4196 Ext: 202
