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About the Role
The Driver at our Shelter plays a critical role in ensuring the safe transportation of shelter residents, staff, and supplies. They will be responsible for transporting Residents to and from appointments, jobs, and other necessary destinations. They will also need to be comfortable engaging with the community and going to homeless encampments to pick up and recruit new clients. They will assist in delivery and pick up of supplies, donations, and other materials. The ideal candidate will have excellent driving skills, a compassionate demeanor, and a commitment to supporting residents in need.
Responsibilities
- Using an assigned agency vehicle, safely transport shelter clients, staff and supplies to various destinations as required.
- Ensure passengers follow all safety and legal requirements while in the vehicle, including proper seat belt and car seat usage.
- Maintain a clean and well-maintained vehicle, conducting routine inspections and reporting any issues to the Shelter Director.
- Coordinate transportation schedules and routes in collaboration with shelter staff to ensure efficient service.
- Provide assistance to shelter residents with loading and unloading belongings and supplies as needed.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, prioritizing the safety of passengers at all times.
- Maintain accurate records of mileage, transportation logs and vehicle maintenance.
- Check email during each shift.
- Attend and participate in all mandatory meetings and training.
- Assist with the loading and unloading of donations, supplies and deliveries as needed.
- Communicate effectively with shelter staff to address any transportation related concerns or issues.
- Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for shelter clients during transportation, demonstrating empathy and professionalism.
- Assist coworkers with responsibilities as needs arise.
- Other duties as requested to benefit client and programs.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Familiarity with local roads, routes and transportation regulations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including working with those in crisis and vulnerable populations required.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Ability to obtain adult and pediatric first aid/CPR certification.
- Ability to work in a changing and challenging environment.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
- Performing the duties of this job require occasional walking and standing in and around the office, and extended periods of time sitting and operating a vehicle for long distances.
- Must be able to occasionally lift loads of 30 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk and hear is required.
- The ability to climb stairs is essential.
- Employees are exposed to communicable diseases and are required to function around behavioral concerns.
- The employee may be asked to travel between sites or transport participates and may be exposed to outdoor elements.
- The employee has no direct responsibility/supervision of other staff.
Skills
- Excellent driving skills
- Compassionate demeanor
- Commitment to supporting residents in need
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Working with those in crisis
- Working with vulnerable populations
- Basic computer skills
- Adult and pediatric first aid/CPR certification
- Ability to work in a changing and challenging environment
- Flexibility
- Empathy
- Professionalism
Location
- Ithaca, NY
Work Type
- Part Time
- Onsite
Salary/Compensations
- $23.00 - $25.00 Hourly
About the Company
- VOAUPNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory, diverse work environment.
Equal Opportunity
- In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at VOAUPNY will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
- VOAUPNY does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, training, and access to benefits, leaves of absence, compensation and training.