OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The delivery driver position is dispatched from the Samaritan House warehouse as needed to pick up and distribute donation and purchased goods within the Denver area. Loading and unloading delivery trucks is required with this process. Daily recording of dispatched goods is required as well as some lifting and organization of inventories. This position reports to the warehouse supervisor and helps coordinate deliveries and pickup as well as maintaining the dispatch calendar for intake and distribution of goods.

• Cooordinates dispatch of truck and delivers goods to designated location safely, timely and within all food service and organization safety standards.
• Loads and unloads food and/or goods at designated sites. Ensures all products are stored properly at the sites as well as maintaining the proper paperwork.
• Maintains required logs and receipts accurately and timely at the facility where food and goods are needed.
• Reports to the Warehouse supervisor for additional daily tasks in the warehouse.
• Promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
• Models Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with respect and dignity, with Trauma-Informed language and behavior.
• Reflects Catholic Charities commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.

• Must have a valid Colorado Driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to drive delivery truck and box truck.
• Must be able to drive a fork lift and obtain certification required by OSHA.
• Must be able to pass a physical before employment.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and willingness to quickly shift priorities as needed.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values
• Intermediate knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, create and generate reports, and create communications.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CO driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.
• Must be able to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of employment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary:$17.29-$20

Training:We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits:In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay).
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local,

state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any

aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with

our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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