What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver position at COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS INC?
Community Connections Inc. is looking for Van Drivers to join our Transportation Services team based in Fairhaven, MA. In this role, you will support individuals with disabilities by ensuring safety and providing freedom of movement and access to the community. You will aid Community Connections in their mission to provide optimal independence and enriching services to people with disabilities. We are looking for a Van Driver with a commitment to compassion, safety and serving the community.
What You'll Do as a Van Driver:
- Ensure the safe daily transportation of individuals on route
- Assist individuals entering and exiting the vehicle as needed
- Provide curb to curb service in a professional, safe and courteous manner
- Conduct and document vehicle safety check prior to each route
- Monitor the behavior and/or medical condition of individuals with disabilities during daily transport
- Report and record all incidents to the Transportation Manager
What You'll Need as a Van Driver:
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
- 2 years as a licensed driver
- Experience and/or training working with individuals with disabilities preferred
- Ability to assist individuals in and out of vehicles
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Satisfactory criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen required
Who You Are as a Van Driver:
- An advocate for individuals with disabilities
- Someone who would enjoy having free time between their split shifts
- Someone who is high energy and enjoys meeting new people
- Someone who enjoys driving
What Community Connections Can Provide You:
- PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 3 Personal days, Earned Vacation Time, Earned Sick Time
- 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
- Most shifts are Monday through Friday (No nights or weekends)
- CPR/First Aid Training
- A workplace with both heart and soul
- Personal and professional development
- The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve
Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability and veterans.
For a current list of all of our career opportunities please visit https://communityconnectionsinc.org/careers
Job Type: Part time, 20 hours per week, split shift
