11-145- Social Service Driver (Non-DOT) - SC/ Orange County
Updated: June 18
Tustin
10200 Pioneer Road
74.8
2.6mi
Job Abstract
The Salvation Army Homeless Service Programs serve the homeless population including those with severe mental health and substance abuse issues. All staff use trauma-informed care and strength-based approaches in all interactions with staff and residents. The Homeless Services Driver provides transportation services to designated drop-off spots. Essential Functions Responsibilities: To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose and values of The Salvation Army. To create a safe, engaging e... more details
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
The Salvation Army Homeless Service Programs serve the homeless population including those with severe mental health and substance abuse issues. All staff use trauma-informed care and strength-based approaches in all interactions with staff and residents.
The Homeless Services Driver provides transportation services to designated drop-off spots.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities:
To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose and values of The Salvation Army.
To create a safe, engaging environment for The Salvation Army employees, guests, members, volunteers, partners and vendors.
Pick up food items from designated locations, deliver food to assigned destinations, ensuring timely and safe transportation, ensure all deliveries are accurately logged and documented.
Interact professionally and courteously with clients and partners at delivery locations, address any concerns or issues related to deliveries promptly and effectively. Represent the organization positively in all interactions.
To maintain appropriate confidentiality and practice good boundaries with residents and staff.
To proactively monitor vehicle safety and maintenance and maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle and conduct regular vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues.
Follow all traffic and safety regulations during deliveries, adhere to organizational policies and procedures. Ensure all food safety guidelines are met during transportation.
Assist Ambassadors or other staff as requested and perform other assignments/duties as directed. Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by the supervisor.
Working Conditions
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Core Competencies
Trust- Ensure the safety of the residents during the performance on their duties.
Teamwork- Balance team and individual responsibilities. Share ideas to be more effective. Build a positive team spirit, morale, and group commitment to established goals, core values and objectives.
Trauma informed- Able to resolve conflict by using de-escalation and housing first approach.
Professionalism – To conduct themselves integrity while maintaining their boundaries.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid California Class C Driver’s License, with passenger endorsement (P)
High School Graduate or GED with 1year work experience.
If in recovery, must have a sobriety minimum of two (2) years.
Experience in or basic knowledge of mental health, homelessness and/or addictions fields preferred.
Criminal background check is required.
CPR and First Aid certification a must by 14 days of start date.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to exercise sound judgment in carrying out assignments independently.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Strong sense of workplace ethics and understanding of confidentiality protocols.
Proactively identify vehicular maintenance
Must be able to work any shift and/or assigned schedule, including weekends
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