Human Services Department Looking for Volunteer Drivers

The is looking for volunteer drivers.

The department offers a variety of programs and services, including transportation, to residents who are senior citizens or who have physical challenges. According to the department’s website, the trips can include medical appointments, errands and fun outings like restaurants. 

While there’s not a shortage right now, the department is constantly looking for drivers, Director of Human Services Ted Lux said in an email. They don’t want to be caught without volunteers when they need them. 

Lux said the department most needs people who can drive the 14-passenger mini-bus. There is no special license requirement for that job, but the person who takes it on must be able to operate the wheelchair lift. 

The department also needs van drivers for the Tuesday and Thursday errand days and car drivers, who need to be able to dedicate at least one day a month to driving, Lux said.  

Interested volunteers will be tested for ability by the police department and examined by the city's volunteer nurses, audiologist and optometrist, he added.

Anyone interested in volunteering can call the department at 440-526-2499.