Driver

Non-CDL transport of our program participants from their homes to designated location.
Responsible for maintaining the safety of individuals receiving services at all times.
Ensures that van has been properly maintained and inspects the inside and outside of the vehicle at the beginning and end of each day as well as a participation in a monthly preventative maintenance program.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for compliance with the Vehicle and Traffic Laws of the jurisdiction in which the vehicle is being operated.
Provides safe and consistent travel arrangements to all assigned participating individuals.
Responsible for identifying problems or concerns relating to the maintenance of the assigned vehicle and reporting any deficiencies to the Transportation Manager or the Building and Property Coordinator.
Ensures all individuals are properly restrained in seat belts or other devices to ensure their safety while being transported.
Responsible for ensuring all individuals are accounted for when arriving at the designated location and when returning them to their residences.
Responsible for reporting all incidents, accidents, or other behaviors, which may cause difficulty in transporting individuals receiving services Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of area roadways.
Ability to operate vehicles of varying sizes and the ability to operate a vehicle wheelchair lift.
Ability to navigate throughout Western New York including the Northtowns and the Southtowns.
Certifications Must be or become First Aid/ CPR certified.
Must complete the SCIP Philosophy section of the SCIP-R curriculum.
Be authorized as an Agency Driver by Holding and maintaining a valid NYS Driver’s License.
Maintaining an approved driving record according to Agency Policy and Procedure.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Staying awake and alert while on duty.
Physical requirements include walking, sitting, standing, driving, bending, stooping, carrying, and the ability to climb stairs.
Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
Mental requirements include ability to concentrate and manage multiple tasks.
Working Conditions Occasional exposure to outdoor elements during transition between vehicle and buildings.
Local travel is required to and from offices and sites using agency vehicle.
Community Services for Every1 has supported the people of our community for over 30 years.
Those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and those who are simply in need.
Every day, our efforts support over 2,000 individuals of all abilities, across counties.
We are here for Western New Yorkers – all of them.
Helping those in need takes very special people.
And those people are the lifeblood of Community Services for Every1.
They’re employees who thrive on helping and who have a passion for connecting.
Who can form lifelong bonds with the people they support and make the biggest difference in the lives of fellow Western New Yorkers.
Just as we empower those we serve, we strive to empower each other.
We support our colleagues through challenges and we collaborate to find the best solutions – and we work hard to help each other grow.
Community Services for Every1 offers competitive starting pay based on directly related experience, generous time off, excellent benefits plans and an opportunity to grow!