Driver

Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) enriches the lives of children and adults with disabilities as a partnership of 17 Park Districts located within the northwest suburbs of Chicago.  NWSRA provides outstanding recreation opportunities for people with disabilities within our partner Park Districts through weekly programs, adult day programs (PURSUIT), special events, summer day camps and inclusion in Park District programs. NWSRA is a park district that serves people with disabilities.

ABOUT THE JOB

Becoming a Driver for NWSRA’s weekly programs and adult day programs is a great way to utilize your current skills, build relationships, learn new jobs functions, and inspire participants to grow and have fun. As a Driver you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Drive agency vehicles while transporting and transferring participants.


• Complete all required Driver paperwork and inspections.


• Assist in cleaning vehicles and maintain contents.


• Fulfill other duties as assigned.
  

WHAT YOU NEED

• To be a Driver you must be 21 years of age or older.

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  Have an interest or experience working with children and adults with disabilities.


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  Have a valid Driver’s License, with no moving violations in the past 24 months. CDL preferred but not required.

• Certification in First Aid & CPR preferred or wiling to become certified required.


• Pass a Drug Test, Driver Physical, Drivers’ Abstract and Criminal Background Check.
  
  
  

NWSRA aspires to create the most engaging experience for the individuals who participate in our programs.  We are looking for applicants who want to inspire others, have fun while working hard and are motivated to improve themselves. If all this interests you, we want you to join our family, Apply Now!

All positions are part-time and work schedules may range from a minimum of 1 hour per week up to 25 hours per week. Scheduling is assigned, based on your availability, at the beginning of each program season, yet hours are flexible and can be adjusted per season. Reliable transportation is required to ensure attendance at all scheduled programs. When committing to work in a program you must be able to work all program dates for the entire season.

NWSRA provides over 2,000 recreational programs annually, many emphasizing healthy living, fitness, imagination, community involvement and increasing life skills. NWSRA works with member Park Districts to provide inclusive, accessible programs so our participants can Celebrate Their Lives.

NWSRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer