Drop-In Transportation Driver

Job Title: Drop-In Transportation Driver

Location: Eagan, Minnesota (serving Dakota County)

Employment Type: Part-Time (Approximately 5 to 20 hours per week, depending on the agreed schedule)

Hourly Rate: $20 per hour

The Drop-In Transportation Driver is responsible for safely transporting drop‑in members around Dakota County to and from our drop‑in center at the Minnesota Mental Health Clinics located at 3450 O’Leary Lane, Eagan, MN. The driver will operate a large passenger van and ensure that clients are picked up in the morning to attend drop‑in programming and return home in the afternoon.

This role is critical in supporting our daily programming and ensuring the timely and safe arrival and departure of members. Our drop‑in center serves adults in Dakota County living with mental illness, and is a place of community, support, encouragement, validation, and safety for our members. The ideal candidates for this role will be welcoming to all individuals, kind, empathetic, friendly, and have a strong desire to work compassionately with the population we serve.

• Morning Transportation:
  Drive the designated van from the Eagan location to pick up drop‑in members across Dakota County between 8:00–10:00 AM. Ensure all members arrive at the drop‑in center by 10:00 AM to commence daily programming.
• Afternoon Transportation:
  Transport members from the drop‑in center back to their homes between 4:00–6:00 PM.
• Occasionally bring designated van to get gas at local gas stations or Sam’s Club.

• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections to ensure the vehicle is in safe, working condition.
• Be available for occasional van maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations, miscellaneous van repairs, etc).
• Maintain a safe driving record and adhere to all traffic laws and safety protocols.
• Be prepared to drive in all‑weather conditions safely.

• Demonstrate a warm, friendly, and respectful approach when interacting with drop‑in members.
• Ensure that all clients feel safe and comfortable during transportation.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.

• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to safety, confidentiality, and background checks.
• Communicate effectively with drop‑in center staff regarding schedules, route changes, or any delays.
• Maintain accurate records of trips, including times and any incidents or irregularities.
• Be willing to undergo a background check as a condition of employment.

• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Background check is required.
• Prior experience working with adults living with mental illness is preferred.
• Friendly, conversational, warm, and welcoming.
• Reliable, responsible, and trustworthy.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with diverse individuals.
• Must be comfortable operating a large passenger van.
• Ability to navigate Dakota County efficiently.
• Willingness to work during the specified morning and afternoon shifts, Monday through Friday.

• Morning shift: 8:00–10:00 AM (Monday through Friday)
• Afternoon shift: 4:00–6:00 PM (Monday through Friday)
• Total weekly hours range from 5 to 20 hours, depending on the agreed schedule.

• Driving a large passenger van throughout Dakota County.
• Working in various weather conditions while maintaining the highest safety standards.