Driver/Outreach Worker

2 months ago

Washington, United States united Planning Full time

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.”

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this position or any other position currently advertised on our website. Please visit us at www.upo.org to view all of our vacancies and to learn more about our company and services.

POSITION: Driver/Outreach Workers

PROGRAM/DIVISION: Shelter Hotline Program/

Community Health Division

BULLETIN No: 1062024

HOURLY RATE: $18.63 per hour

OPENING DATE: July 2, 2024

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.

FIRST SOURCE: N/A

JOB SUMMARY:

The Shelter Hotline Program transports clients to various shelters and other programs designated locations 365 days per year, 18-24 hours per day. 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:

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED. Two years of experience operating a 15-passenger vehicle. Must possess a current Class D driver’s license. Current five (5) year driving record cannot exceed more than two points.

Must be able to work a varied schedule, including nights, holidays and weekends, and drive during all types of weather. Must have strong comprehensive geographic knowledge of Washington, DC in order to effectively navigate the streets and neighborhoods. Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

Ability to effectively use or learn to use Microsoft Office programs (specifically, Outlook and Word) and use electronic time-keeping program. Possess effective organizational and professional communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to prepare written reports as required. Possess the abilities to work well under extreme pressure. Ability to work effectively both independently and in team environments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

First-Aid & CPR certification. Bilingual/Spanish.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

In the event that an offer is extended, the candidate will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check and/or FBI fingerprinting, as well as pre-employment drug screening, as applicable for the position.

This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to mandatory random drug and alcohol testing.

Additionally, this position requires the incumbent to submit to yearly tuberculosis testing.

ThispositionISinthecollectivebargainingunit of the CWA Union.

NOTE: This position requires a recent driving record with no more than two (2) points.

TB test must be presented upon date of hire

To be considered for this position:

Submit your resume AND driving record on the Career Center Online.

UPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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