Benefits:

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Training & development

Achieve is looking for a part time driving staff to help us support individuals with disabilities. Are you passionate about helping people and like making a difference in individuals days? This might be the job for you!

Hours would be Monday-Friday approximately 6:30-9:30 or 1:00p-4:00p

The Achieve Driver - CDL will operate buses and/or vans owned and leased by Achieve to provide transportation to and from the Achieve Services program as well as other community integration and employment sites. The Achieve Driver – CDL may also drive trucks to pick up and/or deliver products to Achieve and/or companies.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Drive participants to and from home and job sites in a safe manner

Assist participants on and off the vehicle

Assist in the development of transportation routes that will ensure the most cost effective and efficient ride possible for Achieve participants

Support of programmatic interventions of participants while on the vehicle

Provide work direction for Bus Aids when applicable

Maintain vehicle in good and safe operating condition

Communicate with appropriate staff and document any concerns on the corresponding forms

Attend staff training and other meetings as required

Drive trucks to pick up and/or deliver products to Achieve and/or companies

Perform other duties as required

Knowledge and Skill Required:

Must be able to pass random drug and alcohol testing

Ability to pass a motor vehicle background check

Ability to safely operate a vehicle

Ability to be on time and work scheduled shift

Ability to lift or manually assist people with disabilities on and off vehicles

Ability to work with people with developmental disabilities

Ability to follow instructions/direction

Ability to read maps and plan routes

A cooperative work style that encourages teamwork and respect

Ability to communicate with a wide range of staff and team members in a professional and respectful manner

Ability to provide direct care to programs participants and assist with participant supervision as necessary

Responsibility for Public Contact:

The Achieve Services Driver-CDL will have frequent contact with program participants, family members, guardians, and residential staff as well as members of the general public.

Character and Scope of Supervision:

None

Education and Experience Needed:

Valid CDL driver’s license for driving the buses and trucks. Experience with people with developmental disabilities preferred.

Time to Train:

Orientation includes at least 30 hours of training specific to the position. Ongoing yearly training is offered to all employees. Required hours depend on previous experience in the field.