Bus Driver/Caregiver

The Kidz Club PPEC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A child transportation service is seeking a skilled driver to transport clients with complex medical needs. This role involves ensuring passenger safety, following a strict transportation schedule, and providing direct client care. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of traffic regulations and the ability to handle various records. This position is vital for enhancing the quality of care provided to children and families.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to complete various forms and records including timesheets.
• Ability to operate basic computer functions and smartphone devices.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Training program within 30 days of employment.
• Transport clients following a pre-planned route according to a definite time schedule.
• Drive bus cautiously and in compliance with traffic regulations.
• Assume responsibility for the safety of all passengers during transport.

Skills

Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules

Ability to operate basic computer functions

Ability to complete various forms and records

Job description

Skilled work in the operation of light buses and/or vans in transporting clients to and from the contracted vendors and pre-determined designated locations. Working exclusively with The Kidz Club PPEC. Transporting children ages birth to 21 with complex medical needs.

If you love driving and want to make an impact, this is the position for you!

Responsibilities

• Complete the Training program within 30 days of employment:
  • Hands-on Training with another Driver
  • Online Training Course
• Transports clients to and from the contracted vendor and designated location, following a pre-planned route according to a definite time schedule; communicating in harmony with parents and staff
• Drives bus cautiously and in compliance with traffic regulations
• Assumes responsibility for the safety of all passengers in loading, unloading, and transporting them to and from a pre-determined designated location and the contracted vendor
• Is knowledgeable of Passenger Assistance guidelines and passenger restraint procedures
• Operate manual and remote-controlled wheelchair lifts
• Regulates heating equipment and ventilation of buses for the comfort of passengers
• Logs mechanical inspection (lights, tires, etc.) and cleanliness of vehicle on daily trip sheet; documenting findings or concerns
• Checks water, gas, oil, and mechanical condition of the bus weekly
• Reports delays and accidents immediately
• Reports defects or problems with vehicle to SDON immediately
• Keeps operational records and makes simple reports
• Assures bus meets regular maintenance schedules
• Performs related work as required, such as vehicle cleaning as needed
• Complements the nursing staff in the total quality client/family coordination of care in a multidisciplinary method.
• Provides direct client care that includes the holistic approach to the care of the child and family, including educational, psychosocial, behavioral, physical, mental, and emotional care and needs of the child
• Responsible for providing personal care and fostering independence as indicated and caring for the child’s immediate environment

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of precautions necessary to avoid accidents
• Ability to complete various forms and records, including updated route sheets, timesheets, field trip forms, incident and accident reports, etc
• Ability to operate basic computer functions and smartphone devices.