Driver - Full-Time in Salt Lake City, Utah at Friends of Switchpoint Inc

ORGANIZATION:

Friends of Switchpoint is a non-profit organization that has been serving individuals, families, and veterans in Utah who are experiencing poverty and homelessness since 2014.

OUR MISSION

To empower those in need by addressing the underlying cause of poverty, providing a comprehensive plan, and supporting their journey to self-sufficiency.

OUR VISION

Every individual embodies their worth and value with self-esteem, hope and abilities restored, thriving in affordable housing.

CULTURE VALUES:

• Kindness – Remember Kindness is Contagious!
• Connection – It’s why we’re here and what gives purpose & meaning to life!
• Kinship – We want you and those we serve to feel a sense of Belonging.
• Self-Worth – Treat people the way they can become w/True Value & Worth!
• Self-Reliance – Learn your role and take initiative!! We want “Fishermen”!

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

• Golden Rule: To treat all people as we ourselves would wish to be treated.
• Positive Influence: To judge our effectiveness by the extent to which individual lives are saved & improved by the positive experience of the people we influence.
• Leadership: To lead by example, developing, promoting, and sharing new ideas and programs to help those experiencing homelessness.
• Authenticity: To do what we say we do.
• Transparency: To be open and honest in our relationships.

OUR MOTTO: It Takes All of Us to end homelessness.

PURPOSE:

The Driver is responsible for providing transportation to the residents of the facility. They work in tandem with the Program Director and Manager to ensure they’re providing approved transportation. They keep a log of the residents that they transport and where they transport them to. Driver’s are required to have a clean driving record, and excellent customer service to the residents they’re transporting.

Responsibilities:

• Understand and implement Switchpoint’s mission and values, and adhere to the Staff Code of Conduct and policies and procedures
• Provide exceptional customer service to all residents of the facility.
• Keep a daily log of occurrences that happen during transportations.
• Inspect vehicle’s daily - update Finance and Maintenance of any repairs needed.
• Actively listen to the needs of the residents and act to meet those needs reasonably and appropriately.
• Track mileage of the vehicles
• Keep gas receipts and promptly turn them into the finance department.
• Report any resident concerns to the Director/Manager and/or appropriate department leadership team.
• Demonstrate a passion for customer service as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, residents, and members of the community.
• Keep vehicles clean inside and out.
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs periodically as needed.
• May be required to pick up/drop off supplies.
• Coordinate with other Switchpoint facilities as needed.
• Consistently communicate with the program staff on any resident concerns.
• Communicate with community partners as needed.

Experience Requirements:

• Must have a valid UT Drivers license.
• Must have a clean driving record
• 1+ years of customer service - human services experience a plus
• Ability to de-escalate
• Experience in working with those who struggle with mental health and homelessness is a plus.
• Familiarity with common vehicle maintenance is a plus.

COMPENSATION:

Starting wage $20/hour

Full-Time Position

Switchpoint offers a benefits package that includes Medical/Vision/Dental, Transportation Allowance, Paid Time Off, 401k

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value a diverse workforce.

"Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check in accordance with applicable laws and regulations."