Transportation Assistant - Maplewood

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Apply Now for an August 19th start date at https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html

Black, Indigenous, and people of color, multilingual speakers, people of all gender identities, people with disabilities, and veterans are all encouraged to apply.

Role Summary

The volunteer will be responsible for transporting residents safely from appointments and off-site errands. Flexible daytime hours, preferred Tuesday and Thursday availability.

Impact & Benefits

• Assist clients without their own transportation in getting their basic needs met
• Enable clients to connect in the community and have a positive impact on the quality of their lives

Position Responsibilities

• Drive shelter residents to and from the Sun Ray Shopping Center using the agency van
• Ensure cleanliness and functionality of van, communicating with staff and other volunteers if concerns arise
• Build positive, safe, and supportive relationships with clients

Position Qualifications

• Have a valid driver’s license, current insurance, and good driving record
• Clear communication, good decision-making, and time-management skills
• Comfort with driving a van (no special license required)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries
• Ability to work with diverse teams and clients to foster a culturally inclusive environment

Time Commitment & Availability

• Weekday availability; minimum commitment of one round trip per week

• Attend Tubman’s Volunteer/Intern Orientation and Trainings
• Supervised by Shelter staff

Each year Tubman helps nearly 25,000 people of all ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds who are facing relationship violence, sexual assault, exploitation, homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges, or other forms of trauma. We provide safe shelter and housing, legal services, mental and chemical health services, and youth programs. www.tubman.org

We encourage applications from people of color, multilingual speakers, all genders, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Apply here:

https://www.tubman.org/give-help/volunteerintern/volunteerintern-application.html