Part-Time Driver

Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services; Schumacher; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan: medical, d 

Training opportunities

Competitive vacation leaves

Job summary

Kunuwanimano Child & Family Services in Schumacher, Ontario, seeks a part‑time Transportation Assistant to safely transport clients to visits, medical appointments, and community events. The role requires maintaining child‑safety seating, keeping accurate mileage logs, and ensuring confidentiality in all client interactions.

A clean driving record and reliable vehicle are essential. We value professionalism, cultural respect, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of valid driving experience.
• Access to a reliable vehicle suitable for transporting children and families.
• Provide a clean driver’s abstract upon hire and periodically thereafter.
• Proof of minimum $2,000,000 third‑party liability automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport children, youth, and families to visits, medical or community appointments, and agency events.
• Ensure proper car seats/boosters per Ontario regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of clients and agency information.
• Complete mileage and time sheets accurately and on time.
• Assist with event setup and donation logistics.
• Perform other transportation and logistical duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Maturity and patience

Reliability and punctuality

Professionalism and ethics

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Reliable personal vehicle

Clean driver’s abstract

Proof of insurance

Job description

• Safely transport children, youth, and families to and from family visits, medical or community appointments, cultural activities, and agency ‑ related events.
• Ensure infants and children are properly secured in age ‑ and size ‑ appropriate car seats or booster seats in accordance with Ontario Highway Traffic Act requirements.
• Conduct basic vehicle safety checks prior to trips and immediately report any safety concerns, incidents, or delays.
• Maintain professional, respectful, and child ‑ focused interactions at all times.
• Accurately complete and submit mileage and time sheets in accordance with agency procedures and timelines.
• Protect and maintain confidentiality of all clients, family, and agency information in compliance with agency policies and privacy requirements.
• Assist with preparation and set ‑ up for agency events and activities.
• Support donation pickups, deliveries, and general transportation needs.
• Perform other reasonable duties related to transportation and logistical support as required.

Just a few reasons to join Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services

• Opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team with career growth across multiple departments.
• KCFS prides itself in providing its employees with job security, competitive wages, and a safe working environment.
• Training opportunities to support your success in the role.
• Comprehensive Health Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• Competitive vacation leaves

What you bring to the table

• Minimum five (5) years of valid driving experience.
• Clean driver’s abstract (to be provided upon hire and periodically thereafter).
• Access to a reliable, road ‑ worthy personal vehicle suitable for transporting children and families.
• Proof of minimum $2,000,000 third ‑ party liability automobile insurance.
• Vehicle equipped with appropriate, compliant child car seats and booster seats (subject to inspection).
• Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC/VSS) that is satisfactory to the agency.
• Provision of recent professional or character references, acceptable to the agency.
• Participation in any additional screening required under agency policy, funder requirements, or applicable child ‑ welfare standards.
• Strong commitment to child safety, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to demonstrate maturity, patience, sensitivity, and sound judgement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with children, parents, caregivers, and staff.
• Respect for cultural values and ability to provide services in a culturally appropriate and respectful manner.
• Reliable, responsible, punctual, and adaptable.

Working Conditions

• Part ‑ time work may include evenings and weekends based on program needs.
• Regular driving in varied weather and road conditions.
• Occasional lifting or carrying of supplies, car seats, or donations.

At Kunuwanimano Child and Family Services, we walk together in the spirit of respect, learning, and community. Our approach to hiring reflects our commitment to Indigenous-led service, Nation-based healing, and creating a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported.

We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, particularly those from Treaty 9 communities and our partner Nations. We honour education, professional experience, and the deep knowledge that comes from culture, community, and lived experience.

As an equitable employer, we welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those who identify as Two-Spirit, LGBTQ+, non-binary, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑seeking groups. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI tools may be utilized to support recruitment processes, such as resume screening and candidate matching, while ensuring compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by qualified professionals to maintain fairness and transparency.

Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify.

Meegwetch to all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.