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29 Acres is a non-profit organization providing support services & independent living opportunities to adults with autism in Denton and Collin County. Employment is not only a source of income, but it provides a sense of purpose and engagement. The greatest barrier to employment, however, is getting to their job. Most adults with autism do not drive and there are few, affordable and reliable transportation options in North Texas. The cost of getting to work can be very high using options like Uber and Lyft. In conjunction with working with our local, state and federal authorities to broaden services, we are launching a volunteer driving team to help with this immediate need.
What does the volunteer driver job description look like?
The basic job is to provide a ride to work for someone in need.
The typical time commitment would be 1 to 2 hours or however long it takes to get someone to work or get them home from work. Jobs are in Denton and Collin county.
29 Acres will provide the vehicle, gas and liability coverage.
What are the volunteer qualifications?
Someone in good physical and mental health.
Someone who enjoys interacting with others.
Someone with a knowledge of Denton, Collin County and surrounding areas.
Someone who has a driver’s license and has a proven safe driving record. Someone who likes to help others
Our mission is to elevate the quality of life for adults with autism spectrum disorder by creating a dynamic housing community enriched with customized programming where every person will be empowered to live with purpose and joy.
Description
29 Acres offers evidence based and customized programming for each client to ensure tangible growth in the areas of career readiness/employment and independent living, while prioritizing relationship building, and good health and emotional well-being. With an independent living community and 4 different support programs, there are a lot of opportunities For volunteers to make a difference.
Community
Employment
People with Disabilities
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
3000 Moseley RdCross Roads, TX76227
(33.22692,-97.01405)
DATE POSTED
September 7, 2020
SKILLS
Transportation
GOOD FOR
Group
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
The typical time commitment would be 1 to 2 hours or however long it takes to get someone to work or get them home from work. Jobs are in Denton and Collin county.
