Achieve is looking for on-call driving staff to help us support individuals with disabilities. Are you passionate about helping people and like making a difference in individuals days? Are you looking for flexibility? This might be the job for you!
Most route times are between the hours of 6a-10a and 1p-4p.
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