Porter/Driver - Blue Sky

BRC - Bowery Residents' Committee, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403(b) pension plan

Job summary

Bowery Residents' Committee, Inc. (BRC) is seeking an entry-level transportation/receiving aide in New York. Responsibilities include transporting clients to appointments, housing placements, detox, and related placements, as well as delivering supplies and maintaining facility cleanliness.

The role requires a valid NY driver’s license, ability to lift 50 lbs, basic English proficiency, and good interpersonal skills. Vaccination is preferred but not required. 37.5 hours per week, day schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid NY state driver's license required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Be a member of Fire Safety Team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation of clients to and from appointments, housing placements, detox, and other placement points.
• Delivery and pick up of supplies and program documents to and from various BRC programs and DHS facilities.
• Report accidents, tickets, and maintenance needs to immediate supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the facility.
• Receive and store all deliveries.
• Related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

English language

Interpersonal skills

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Assist with transportation of clients to and from appointments, housing placements, detox, and other placement points as needed. Delivery and pick up of supplies and program documents to and from various BRC programs and DHS facilities. Report any accidents, tickets received, and maintenance needed to immediate supervisor. Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the facility. Receive and store all deliveries. Related duties as assigned.

HOURS

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid NY state driver's license required. High School Diploma/GED preferred. Ability to read, write, and speak English. Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. Good interpersonal skills. Be a member of Fire Safety Team.

*Vaccination preferred but not required.

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.

Pay Rate

$20.04

Schedule

Experience Level

Entry Level

Shift

Day