Bus Driver

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Prince George; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Free YMCA gym membership

Extended medical and dental benefits

Training and professional development

Employee assistance program

Reduced childcare rates

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking a casual Bus Driver in Prince George to transport children from schools to YMCA after-school care centres. Reporting to the Coordinator, you will perform pre-trip inspections, ensure safe transport, and support a nurturing environment for children during the outing and at the centres.

Qualifications include a Class 1 or 2 Driver's License (or willingness to obtain), Emergency First Aid with CRC, and the ability to provide references and a recent vulnerable sector check.

Qualifications

• License: Class 1 or 2 required or willingness to obtain.
• Emergency First Aid and CRC (C & AED) required.
• Successful candidate will provide 3 satisfactory references.
• Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable Sector search within 6 months of start.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip inspections and report concerns.
• Safely transport children from schools to YMCA after-school centres.
• Provide a safe, nurturing environment for children during transport and activities.
• Collaborate with team to support children with diverse needs.
• Provide individual support as needed within the program.

Skills

Class 1/2 Driver's License

First Aid & CRC

Reliable & punctual

Job description

Location: Various Prince George YMCA School Age Centres

Term: Casual

Hours: Hours may vary

Shift: Shifts may vary

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $25.23 per hour

Reports To: Coordinator

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

Join Our Team! Reporting to the Coordinator of Transportation and Administration, the successful candidate will fulfill a wide range of duties relating to picking up and transporting children by bus from their schools to the YMCA after School Care Centres . The Bus Driver is responsible for the transportation of children being safely transported from their school to their respective centre .

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will :

• Conduct pre-trip inspections and report any concerns to Coordinator
• Safely transport children from their schools to their respective centres
• Provide a stimulating, safe and nurturing environment for children while ensuring safe passage to their destination
• Collaborate effectively with team members to foster an inclusive environment that offers support, strategies, and resources for children with diverse needs to fully engage in the program.
• Provide individualized support to children as needed within the program setting.
• Contribute to a community culture of inclusion by recognizing and supporting each child's unique strengths and areas for growth.
• Support children in resolving conflicts and consistently model respectful, positive behavior.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and ongoing review of individualized care plans to ensure consistent and responsive support.
• Help maintainan enhanced staff-to-child ratio to ensure all children receive the attention they need, including one-on-one support when appropriate.

Qualification - you bring :

• Class 1 or 2 Driver’s License or willingness to obtain
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Emergency First Aid and CRC – C & AED
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check wit h a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at YMCA BC | Fitness, Aquatics, Child Care, Camps & Community Programs

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour , Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

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