Volunteer Community Shuttle Driver

Position & Responsibilities Role Summary

Volunteer will be responsible for transporting residents safely and promptly from Tubman East in Maplewood to designated locations in the community including Sun Ray Shopping Center, using a Tubman vehicle.

• 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

• Drive shelter residents to and from designated locations as scheduled
• Ensure cleanliness and functionality of van, communicating with staff and other volunteers if concerns arise
• Build positive, safe, and supportive relationships with clients

• Have a valid driver’s license, current insurance, good driving record, and be 21 or older
• 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

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

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