You’re With Us! Transportation Specialist
You’re With Us! is a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and Department of Developmental Services (DDS) service provider which seeks to create better communities by harnessing the benefits of inclusion for individuals with disabilities. We believe that not only do people with disabilities need inclusion opportunities in order to thrive, but also that these opportunities allow them to contribute to their community in ways that have gone unrecognized in the past. Social connections are a basic human need. You’re With Us! helps with this by identifying, training and supporting college students, clubs, groups, and teams to be welcoming and supportive peers.
Position: Transportation Specialist--AM/PM Transportation
Pay Rate: $20-$25 per hour
Help us create stronger community relationships, advocate for YWU individuals through periods of transition, and impact many people’s lives! The Transportation Specialist is responsible for coordinating and providing transportation to individuals with disabilities to and from various locations. Hours include 7:30am-9:00am and 2:00pm-4:00pm Monday through Friday.
Responsibilities:
• Safely transports individuals with disabilities to and from locations for You’re With Us!
• Coordinates with YWU DEN staff to plan schedules and routing to and from locations
• Drives vehicle to and from various locations, including participants’ homes and the YWU DEN location.
• Maintains driver log of daily transportation events
• Maintains the cleanliness of the vehicle
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of YWU service to our participants and their families
• Perform other related work duties as assigned by the senior You’re With Us! staff.
Required Qualifications:
• Valid Driver’s License and Clean driving record
• High school diploma/GED
• Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a culturally diverse population of individuals, co-workers, care providers, family, community members and others.
• Ability to write clear, concise and accurate documentation.
• Pass criminal background check