Driver

About the role

Part-time, split shift similar to a school van schedule. The hours for this position will vary between 15-30 hours/week. Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities? Are you looking to end your day feeling fulfilled and accomplished? If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Team as a Driver!

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and appropriate transportation for adults receiving services with Devereux Pocono.
• Be responsible for supervision of residents and ensuring their physical, emotional, and personal needs are met in situations where professional accompaniment is not necessary.
• Aid the Coordinator in vehicle maintenance.
• Perform safety inspections on assigned vehicles and ensure they are clean inside and out.
• Respond to emergency situations as necessary.
• Serve as a courier when needed.
• Attend in-service training programs to develop skills in dealing with residents effectively.
• Exercise the rules of safety at all times.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Two or more years driving experience.
• Good documentation and organizational skills.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a clear record.
• Physical requirements: Walking and standing 1/2 to 3/4 of the workday; 1/4 to 1/2 of the workday sitting. Frequently requires stooping, bending. Occasionally requires lifting weights up to 50 lbs. Requires vision and physical ability to regularly operate Devereux vehicles. Requires physical ability to successfully perform CPR, First Aid procedures, and Crisis Prevention/Intervention techniques. Significant and frequent use of physical requirements associated with verbal and written communication.
• Must be free of dependency and abuse of illegal or illicit drugs, alcohol, inhalants, or other chemical substances or controlled substances.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum high school diploma or GED required.

Skills

• Safe and appropriate transportation for adults with developmental disabilities.
• Supervision and care of residents.
• Vehicle maintenance and safety inspections.
• Emergency response and crisis intervention.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• PayActiv - Access to up to 50% of your wages before payday.
• Comprehensive health and welfare program including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Pay

Starting rates $18.00-20.52/hr depending on experience.

Schedule

Hours for this position will vary between 15-30 hours/week.

Company Overview

Devereux is a nonprofit organization providing services, insight, and leadership in the field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ individuals annually. Devereux fosters a culture of servant leadership, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they serve.