Volunteering

Imagine three counties: Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas. Now, think of each dwelling of each rider that Ride Connection serves, and each destination that we drive to. Imagine bright lines on a map that connect them all. Whether you picture someone's home in a house, apartment, retirement facility or assisted living facility; whether the rider is from the inner city, a suburban area or a rural community, each one is important, each one is counting on us. You can be part of the "Mobility Fleet" of volunteers who provides caring service to people who really need it. Join Ride Connection's "Mobility Fleet"! You can volunteer to drive in your Portland metropolitan area community.

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	Ride Connection's Driver Pool
	Ride Ambassador
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Volunteer Driver

SW or NW Portland area volunteer driver
SE Portland area volunteer driver
N or NE Portland area volunteer driver
East Multnomah County volunteer driver
Washington County volunteer driver
Clackamas County volunteer driver

Drive your own vehicle or a Ride Connection community partner's vehicle. By volunteering to drive, you give the gift of mobility to a senior or disabled neighbor. You will provide door-to-door transportation with flexible hours. Our community partners work with you to create a schedule that works.

Less time available? Volunteer to join our driver pool. Two kinds of driver pools are available.

Special event driver. Drive for special events such as Holiday Lights and weekend field trips. You can schedule this volunteer opportunity in advance.
Fleet maintenance pool. Drive a vehicle for required service appointments. A flexible schedule is available.

Volunteer Driver requirements:

Volunteer application
A good driving record (DMV check is required)
A criminal history check is required
Possess a valid driver's license with a minimum of five years licensed driving experience
Patience and flexibility
Approximately 1/2 day per week is requested
Training is required. Ride Connection provides the necessary training
Ride Ambassador

Volunteer to show new riders how to become more independent using public transportation. Join a group of people who are interested in mobility and independence for seniors and people with disabilities. We invite you to get involved!

Ride Ambassador volunteer requirements:

Experience riding bus and light rail
Volunteer application and three references
Interview with Ride Connection's Volunteer Recruiter/Coordinator
Criminal background check with fingerprinting
Six hour training provided by Ride Connection

Ride Connection office volunteer
Volunteer in Ride Connection's office. Help with quarterly newsletter mailings, assist with data entry or help with a special project. Office hours are 8:30 am until 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Intern/Service Learning/Practicum students
Ride Connection welcomes interns, practicum students and individuals involved with service learning. Prospective volunteers meet individually with Ride Connection's Volunteer Recruiter/Coordinator to determine the best placement. Please consider Ride Connection for your student learning experience.

Trainer
If you're comfortable in front of a group, consider volunteering as a trainer. Teach defensive driving or mobility awareness classes or orient drivers and escorts on vehicle operations and wheelchair securement. Training is required and provided by Ride Connection. A minimum six month commitment is requested.