Van Driver

About the role

PLEA Compeer Life Friends is hiring a Van Driver for its Recreation Program in Oakland, PA. The Van Driver plays a vital role in supporting our program and participants, providing safe and reliable transportation while also contributing to daily operations as an active and valued team member.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation for program participants to and from the program site and designated community locations
• Engage participants in recreational, social, and leisure activities that promote socialization, skill-building, and enjoyment, both formally and informally
• Support a welcoming and inclusive program environment by building positive rapport with participants and encouraging active involvement

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Valid PA Driver's License with a clean driving record
• Must possess and maintain valid personal automobile insurance
• ACT 33, ACT 34, and FBI Fingerprint Clearances
• Must be 21 years or older
• Skilled in the operation of vans and equipment
• Knowledge of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas
• Ability to follow routing verbal and written instructions
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and to identify vehicle problems/malfunctions
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local traffic regulation
• Strong customer service orientation
• Must be able to move freely throughout the van
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Understanding and agreement with the philosophy and objectives of the PLEA school
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with others
• Highly motivated to work with special needs population and their families
• Ability to adapt to changes
• Maturity, reliability, and sound judgment

Pay & Schedule

• Pay rate: $16 per hour
• Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 9am–4:00pm

Benefits

• ASCEND career accelerator program with tuition and student loan repayment
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day)
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program