Community Transportation Driver

On-the-Road-to-Wellness; Derry Village (NH); On-site; USD 25,789,000 - 31,740,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Birthday leave

Training provided

Peer Specialist training

Job summary

On the Road to Wellness is seeking a dependable, personable individual to join our Peer Support Agency team in a unique role combining community transportation, peer support, participant engagement, and opportunities to support programming within our walk-in centers. This is not a traditional driving-only position.

Transportation is the primary scheduled responsibility, but this position is part of our broader peer support team.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Safely operate organizational passenger vehicles.
• Pass BEAS Registry screening.
• Pass NH Department of Safety background screening.

Responsibilities

• Primary transportation responsibilities with cross-training in peer support.
• Engage with participants and support groups and activities.
• Provide transportation for daily routes, weekdays.
• Assist with community outings and events as needed.

Skills

Reliable

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Safe driving

Job description

Locations: Manchester & Derry, NH

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay:$18.00 per hour, paid biweekly

Regular Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 20 hours per week, with opportunities for additional hours

Hiring Immediately

Current Opening

On the Road to Wellness is seeking a dependable, personable individual to join our Peer Support Agency team in a unique role combining community transportation, peer support, participant engagement, and opportunities to support programming within our walk-in centers.

This is not a traditional driving-only position. Transportation is the primary scheduled responsibility, but this position is part of our broader peer support team. The right candidate will have opportunities to engage with participants, provide peer support, assist with groups and activities, work additional midday hours when available, and become cross-trained within other On the Road to Wellness programs.

Regular Schedule

The primary transportation schedule is:

• Monday through Friday 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM Morning transportation — assisting participants with getting to the walk-in center
• 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM Afternoon transportation — assisting participants with returning home

Approximately 20 regularly scheduled hours per week

Transportation responsibilities alternate between our two Peer Support Agency locations:

• Week 1: Derry, NH Walk-In Center
• Week 2: Manchester, NH Walk-In Center

The rotation then repeats

This split schedule also creates opportunities for employees who are interested in picking up additional hours between transportation shifts.

More Than Transportation

While safe and reliable transportation is an essential part of this position, the role provides an opportunity to become meaningfully involved in peer support work. Depending on organizational needs, availability, training, and employee interest, additional hours may include:

• Providing one-on-one peer support
• Engaging with participants within our walk-in centers
• Facilitating or co-facilitating peer support groups
• Supporting wellness activities and other participant programming
• Assisting with community engagement and special events
• Helping participants connect with community resources and supports
• Providing additional coverage within the Manchester or Derry Walk-In Centers

Employees may also have the opportunity to be cross-trained to work within our Step-Up Step-Down residential program on a per diem basis, creating additional opportunities for hours and experience within On the Road to Wellness.

Community Outings & Events

Our organization provides regular opportunities for participants to connect with their communities through outings, recreational activities, educational opportunities, and special events. This position will occasionally provide transportation and peer support for these activities. Community outings and events typically occur approximately once per month and may take place between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Availability for every outing or event is not expected; however, flexibility and interest in participating are strongly encouraged.

About On the Road to Wellness

On the Road to Wellness is a non-clinical, peer-led mental health organization that has served adults in Manchester and Derry, New Hampshire, since 1988. Our work is rooted in the belief that healing, recovery, and wellness are strengthened through connection, choice, dignity, hope, and meaningful community.

We provide free peer support services to adults ages 18 and older who are experiencing, have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing mental health challenges. No insurance or identification is required to access our services.

Through our walk-in centers in Manchester and Derry, participants can connect with support through:

• One-on-one peer support
• Peer-led groups
• Holistic wellness services
• Transportation assistance
• Community activities and outings
• Connection to community resources and supports

Transportation is an important part of making these services accessible. For some of the people we serve, simply having a reliable way to get to and from our centers can make the difference between being isolated at home and becoming connected to a supportive community.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who understands that the experience begins before a participant ever walks through our doors. The person driving our vehicles is often the first and last staff member a participant interacts with that day. Being welcoming, respectful, dependable, and comfortable engaging with people is just as important as being a safe driver.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to personal recovery, self-care, and wellness
• A genuine interest in supporting people experiencing mental health challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliability, accountability, and a strong work ethic
• The ability to consistently report to scheduled shifts on time and prepared to work
• Safe, responsible, and courteous driving practices
• Comfort interacting with and supporting a diverse group of adults
• A willingness to be open, honest, and thoughtful about how lived experience can appropriately support others
• Respect for individual choice, dignity, boundaries, and different pathways to recovery
• An interest in learning additional aspects of peer support beyond transportation
• A willingness to complete training to become a Certified New Hampshire Peer Support Specialist within one year of hire
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a peer-led team

Employment Requirements

Candidates must be able to:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Safely operate organizational passenger vehicles
• Pass a BEAS Registry screening
• Pass a New Hampshire Department of Safety background screening

Previous justice involvement is not automatically disqualifying. Our staff are informed by a wide range of lived experiences, and we recognize the insight, compassion, and perspective those experiences can bring to peer support work.

Compensation & Benefits

$17.00 per hour, paid biweekly Approximately 20 regularly scheduled hours per week Opportunities to pick up additional midday hours Opportunities for additional community outing and event hours Opportunity to cross-train for per diem Step-Up Step-Down residential shifts

• 12 paid holidays
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Required training provided by the organization
• No-cost educational and professional development opportunities
• New Hampshire Peer Support Specialist training
• Employment with a Recovery Friendly Workplace

Why Join On the Road to Wellness?

This position is an opportunity to do much more than transport someone from one place to another. You are helping people access community, connection, support, and opportunities they may otherwise have difficulty reaching. Whether you are welcoming someone into the van in the morning, having a meaningful conversation during a ride, helping facilitate a group during the day, or bringing participants into the community for an outing, you become part of a team focused on helping people feel seen, heard, respected, and connected.

What to Expect After Applying

Applicants can generally expect to be contacted within 2–3 business days of applying. Our hiring process begins with a preliminary phone screening, followed by an in-person interview for selected candidates. Once selected and all required pre-employment screenings are completed, new employees are typically able to begin working within approximately two weeks.

Thank you for considering a career with On the Road to Wellness!