Opportunities From: Community Thread

For more than 50 years, Community Thread’s ride services program has relied on volunteers. In fact, the program is not possible without volunteers! With an increase in our older adult population and the growth in the need for local transportation solutions, your support couldn’t be more valuable than it is today. Volunteer Drivers provide an essential service to neighbors in central and northern Washington County. Are you ready to help in a simple, flexible way?

 

Being a volunteer driver is truly a flexible option- tell us the days you’re generally available and communities to which you’re willing go, and when requests come in matching your interest, we reach out to you!Drivers receive requests by email or can (soon) view requests online, and they confirm the rides they can do.Rides currently take place Mondays-Fridays from roughly 8am-5pm.We expect at least a 3-day notice from a rider, so we are not typically reaching out to you with a same day or next day request.If there’s an emergency, we have a guide to help you deal with special scenarios, and our office staff can be available to support you.This role requires: 8 years of driving experience, a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, proof of insurance, and ability to schedule rides using email and/or a simple online portal.

 

As a Volunteer Driver, you will fulfill a large need in the community and provide social engagement for your neighbors- all with a flexible commitment.

 

To sign up, click the RESPOND button in the top right or bottom right corner, create an account or sign in, and submit! Someone will be in touch with you shortly.

For more than 50 years, Community Thread’s ride services program has relied on volunteers. In fact, the program is not possible without volunteers! With an increase in our older adult population and the growth in the need for local transportation solutions, your support couldn’t be more valuable than it is today. Ride Schedulers provide an essential service to neighbors in central and northern Washington County. Are you ready to help in a simple, flexible way?

 

Being a ride scheduler is truly a flexible option- you pick your 2-3 hour “shifts”, and you can volunteer weekly or just twice per month.Schedulers volunteer from a dedicated office space but in a fun environment alongside Community Thread staff and key volunteers at our site in Stillwater.The role includes basic use of Outlook, a computer-based phone line, and an online scheduling tool. We have guides to help you learn what you need to know!A typical volunteer shift includes listening to and returning messages from riders, entering ride requests, emailing potential volunteers, and matching and communicating details when a driver claims a ride!This role requires: enthusiasm for engaging your neighbors over the phone, attention-to-detail for managing ride requests, and a willingness to learn new skills or take on relevant data or communications projects to support the ride services program.

 

As a Ride Scheduler, you will fulfill a large need in the community and peace-of-mind for your neighbors- all with a flexible commitment.