Day Habilitation Program Driver

Mars Premier Care LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community transport service in Newark is looking for punctual drivers responsible for transporting clients between residential homes and Day Habilitation programs. The ideal candidate must possess a valid driver's license and at least one year of driving experience. Strong organizational and time management skills are essential, along with the ability to assist clients physically. The role involves ensuring vehicles are prepared and maintained for use, utilizing GPS for optimal routes, and interacting professionally with clients.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience.
• Knowledge of the operating area is essential.
• Physical strength to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Good verbal communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients from residential homes to the Day Habilitation program.
• Conduct vehicle maintenance checks.
• Manage an organized travel schedule.
• Ensure vehicles have sufficient gas and are ready for use.
• Drive a variety of vehicles including cars, buses, and mini-vans.

Skills

Good time management skills

Physical stamina

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Proficiency using GPS devices

Excellent organizational skills

Clean driving abstract

Job description

We are looking for punctual candidates with good time management skills for the position of Driver. Drivers are responsible for transporting DDD clients in a timely manner. Able to work early mornings and mid-day shifts and ensuring that vehicles are always ready for use, among other duties.

Drivers will need to be able to assist clients with entering and exiting company vehicles, requiring upper body strength and physical stamina.

Driver Responsibilities

• Transporting clients from residential homes/group homes to Day Habilitation program and vice versa.
• Carrying out vehicle maintenance checks.
• Picking- up and Dropping- off clients in a timely manner.
• Learning online databases Therap etc.
• Utilizing navigation apps to find the most optimal route.
• Interacting with clients in a professional conduct.
• Working early mornings and /mid-day shifts.
• Maintaining an organized travel schedule.
• Ensuring that vehicles have sufficient gas and are always ready for use.
• Arranging for vehicle repairs when necessary.
• Updating monthly mileage records.
• Driving a variety of vehicles, including cars, buses and mini-vans.

Driver Requirements

• A valid driver's license.
• 1 year driving experience.
• Extensive knowledge of the operating area.
• Physical strength and ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal communication.
• Proficiency using GPS devices.
• Clean driving abstract