Seasonal CDL Driver & Outreach Advocate Shelters

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301 Rhode Island Ave HDQRTRS Full Time Temp Limited Benefits Full-Time Washington, DC, US

30+ days ago Requisition

The United Planning Organization (UPO) is the designated Community Action Agency for Washington, District of Columbia, and has served the residents of the District since 1962. Our Vision for the future is “UPO’s Washington: A city of thriving communities and self-sufficient residents”; our Mission is “Uniting People with Opportunities.”

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Seasonal (2 Positions)

Community Health Division

BULLETIN No: 5082026

HOURLY RATE: $20.00

OPENING DATE: August 11, 2026

FIRST SOURCE: N/A

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The Shelter Hotline Program transports clients to various shelters and other programs designated locations 365 days per year, 18-24 hours per day. CDL Driver/ Outreach workers are expected to operate UPO Shelter Hotline vehicles to transport clients along assigned routes and/or designated point to point service destinations.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Present current, valid, actual driver’s license to Transportation & Logistics Manager/or designee prior to receiving daily driving assignment. Ensure the road worthiness of each vehicle to be personally drive, by performing a pre-trip inspection prior tovehicle operation: this includes checking levels of fuel, water, tire pressure and general condition, both interior and exterior for damage and wear and tear prior to departure from assigned site.

Complete Direct Fix forms for vehicle repair, as required. Provide outreach and transportation services to homeless adults and/or families to (designated/or) available shelters in the DC area. Canvas the Washington, DC city streets looking for homeless, at-risk clients who need assistance with transportation and/or comfort items.

Ensure passengers are properly seated and given proper safety instructions that must be observed and abided by while being transported in any UPO vehicle. Transport and escort, as required, identified clients to and from scheduled and approved locations; such as vacancies within the overnight shelter system, and other approved destinations as directed. Communicate with hotline dispatcher via two-way radios to obtain resources to assist persons identified as at-risk or requiring services to combat hazards due to inclement weather.

Work closely with the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP), DC Fire and Police departments, to relocate clients from the streets to shelter. Perform a post-trip inspection of the UPO vehicle to ensure it is properly cleaned, fueled, and secured for use by next driver, following the conclusion of the driving shift as required. Maintain a daily log of all trips, to include recording the number of passengers, purpose of trips, origin, destination, and mileage.

Complete detailed DHS Unusual Incident Reports and/or UPO Incident/Accident Reports, as required, for submission by supervisor. Assist with the delivery of packages, documents, parcels, distribution of blankets, cots, hot/cold drinks, and food. Become familiar with the UPO’s vision, mission, strategic plan, goals, and strategies.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Candidate must have the qualifications listed in this section to be considered for the position. High school diploma or GED. Two years of experience operating a 25- passenger vehicle. Must possess a current CDL driver’s…