Compassionate Community Transportation Driver

ne-arc; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

Generous paid time off and holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Group Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with match

Employee Assistance Program and Mental

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Northeast Arc in Stoneham, MA is seeking a part-time Driver to provide safe transportation for individuals to day programs and other locations. Schedule: Mon-Fri, 7am-9am and 2pm-4pm. Reports to the Director of Transportation.

The role requires a valid MA driver’s license, 3+ years driving experience, and the ability to work with individuals with disabilities. CBD and safety regulations apply; background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience with an acceptable driving record; must be 19 years of age; experience supporting individuals with disabilities is a plus
• Desire and ability to work with and support individuals with disabilities
• Working knowledge of MA State and Federal Laws regarding safe driving; knowledge of Human Service Transportation and MART Regulations preferred
• Ability to use smartphones, GPS/map software, PCs, and Microsoft Office programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and timely transportation for individuals served from their homes to day programs and/or other authorized locations
• Assist with compiling documents related to Northeast Arc and department policies and DDS/MART regulations
• Safely assist individuals served while entering, exiting, and moving around vehicles
• Move individuals in wheelchairs in, out, and around vehicles, and operate the wheelchair lift
• Perform general routine vehicle maintenance
• Clear snow and ice from and around vehicles as needed
• Safely operate various types of vehicles including minivans, SUVs, 15-passenger and wheelchair vans

Skills

Driving

Disability support

GPS/map use

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

GPS/map software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northeast Arc in Stoneham, MA is seeking a part-time Driver to provide safe transportation for individuals to day programs and other locations. Schedule: Mon-Fri, 7am-9am and 2pm-4pm. Reports to the Director of Transportation.

The role requires a valid MA driver’s license, 3+ years driving experience, and the ability to work with individuals with disabilities. CBD and safety regulations apply; background checks are required.