Chariot - Drive a Senior - Volunteers Drivers Needed

724 Eberhart Lane, Austin TX

Description

---VOLUNTEER DRIVER FOR SENIORS NEEDED-- POSITION DESCRIPTION: Chariot volunteer drivers use their own cars to provide seniors (60+) door-to-door rides to medical appointments, grocery stores, hair appointments, pharmacies, banks, activity centers, support groups, and other errands. Typically, a round trip takes 2-3 hours; a one-way drop off is about an hour. • Drivers select rides to fit their own schedules • Rides can be confirmed with Chariot through our online booking system, via email, or via phone. Because volunteers often choose to repeatedly drive the same client, friendships and community are formed. This connection and comfort separate us from other costly, impersonal options such as Uber and Lyft. WHO DO WE SERVE? Chariot Clients (passengers) are adults age 60 and over who: • Are non-driving or limited driving • Live in their own residence or live in a senior living community where they do not have access to transportation services • Live within the boundary of our service area (see map) • Are able to walk on their own or with walkers or cane (Volunteers cannot transport wheelchairs or lift clients in any manner) Once clients are screened for eligibility, they can request rides online or by phone with our Service Coordinator team. VOLUNTEER ELIGIBILITY There are only a few requirements to drive with us, and they are designed to protect you and our senior passengers: • Sign up to volunteer: Volunteer | Chariot (formerly Drive a Senior Central Texas) • Be 18 years of age with a high-school diploma or equivalent • Provide a valid driver’s license and car insurance • Pass background and driver record checks • Attend a brief virtual orientation and training session Contact Us 724 Eberhart Lane #500 Austin, Tx. 78745 or Email us at - info at chariot.org -