Van Driver - Spec Ed Transportation

Behavioral Health Allies- Live, Learn, Grow

Starting rate (no experience needed), starting at $18.00/Hour!

A valid CDL driver's license with B or P endorsement OR Class E driver's license with S or P endorsement is not required to apply but must be obtained before the start date.

CDL starts at $21.00

Class E/S Endorsement starts at $20.00

Position

As a Behavioral Health Allies Van Driver you will be operating a school van over designated routes and transporting school aged individuals. In addition, you may transport BHA clients for various charter trips. As a driver, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of clients.

ALL DRIVER JOBS ARE PART TIME SPLIT SHIFT; 20-25 HOURS PER WEEK

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY SPLIT SHIFT - 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM AND 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules as students board and exit van or cross streets near stops
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner
• Check the condition of a vehicle's equipment to ensure that everything is in working order
• Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled locations, following strict time schedules

Education and Experience

• High School/GED required.
• 1-4 years’ experience as a driver

License Requirements

• Must have a safe and valid driver’s license according to the school regulations.
• Class E License with S or P endorsement OR CDL License with B or P endorsement required before start date.

Training and Specific Skills and Abilities

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to drive when in the field.
• Must satisfactorily complete all required training.
• Be able to pass all background checks, which may include physical, drug screening and licensure.

Working Conditions

The job operates almost solely within a vehicle as either a driver or the driver’s aide. This position requires the ability to drive up to 50 miles day or night on all types of roads and in all types of weather. This position is exposed to noise, vibrations, and vehicle fumes. The Van Driver will be trained to engage with individuals with behavioral and developmental disabilities.

Physical Requirements

The ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, reach, pull, and climb in and out of van.

Equal Employment

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.