Driver/ Program Assistant

The Salvation Army; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a part-time driver in Omaha North Corps to provide safe transportation for youth and adults to programs and services. Duties include vehicle checks, on-route engagement, and assistance with program activities, snacks, and donations as directed by Corps Officers.

Ideal candidates may have a high school diploma or GED and will train on the job. Must pass background checks and have a valid driver's license. Position requires driving as an essential function.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Access payroll/timekeeping data via a web-based system.
• Administrative tasks: data entry, 10-key, filing with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Visual inspection of vehicles before and after pickup routes.
• Safely transport youth and adults to programs.
• Engage passengers in positive conversation on routes.
• Obey traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicate issues to Corps Officers.
• Ensure passengers are supervised before leaving.
• Return the vehicle at route end.
• Assist with snacks or meals for participants.
• Support children's emotional and social development.
• Assist with program areas as needed (supervision, gym activities, etc).
• Assist with donation pickups as directed by Corps Officers.
• Driving is an essential function of the position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexibility

Multitasking

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Preferred High School Diploma or GED

Tools

10-key

Job description

* Part- Time up to 29 Hours Per Week, Pay Rate Starting at $15.00 Per Hour *

The Salvation Army Mission:

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.

Summary/Primary Purpose:

To provide safe transportation to youth and adults for programs and services of the Omaha North Corps.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visual inspection of the vehicles before and after pickup routes (locked doors, fuel levels, tire levels, etc.)
• Pick up youth and adults safely in a timely manner for corps programs.
• Support the youth and adult programs by engaging passengers in appropriate positive conversation on routes.
• Obey all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicate any problems with discipline or unruly behavior of passengers with Corps Officers.
• Ensure that all passengers are safely inside their homes or under appropriate supervision before leaving.
• Return the vehicle to the corps at the completion of the route.
• Organize and participate in recreational activities, such as games.
• Assist in preparing and serving appropriate snacks or meals to program participants.
• Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
• Assist where needed in program areas (may include supervising children, monitoring audio/video needs, gym activities, Sunday School helpers, light cleaning duties, crafts, music programs, etc).
• Assist with donation pick-up as directed by Corps Officers.
• Driving is an essential function of this position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Education and/or Experience:

Preferred High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and no prior experience; will train on the job.

Qualifications:

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• The ability to access payroll, timekeeping, and personal data via a web-based system.
• Administrative skills to include the utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, 10-key, attention to detail, and filing.

• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.

Other Qualifications:

Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business. Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees may be occasionally required to engage in rigorous activities involved with participating in recreational activities with children. A limited amount of physical effort is required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying objects.

Working Conditions:

This position may require working in outdoor weather conditions. The work environment has a quiet noise level.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Qualifications

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.