Driver

Allied Rehabilitation Centers, Inc; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Rehabilitation Centers, Inc. is seeking per diem van drivers in Connecticut. The role requires maintaining a clean driving record, obtaining a CT Public Service License if needed, and prioritizing passenger safety.

You will operate agency vehicles, perform daily checks, and report issues promptly to the Transportation Manager. Candidates must be flexible to cover shifts between 6:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with compensation starting at $18.30 per hour.

Qualifications

• State license required or be able to obtain CT Public Service License.
• Clean driving record without violations.
• Ability to relate positively with diverse clients.
• Commitment to safety while transporting passengers.
• Experience operating agency vehicles and meeting changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure passenger and vehicle safety at all times.
• Adhere to road rules and conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Report safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Report passenger issues to Transportation Manager promptly.
• Attend required trainings and perform additional driving assignments as directed.

Skills

CT Public Service License

Clean driving record

People skills

Safety foremost

Vehicle operation

Flexibility

Good judgment

Job description

REPORTABILITY

Reports directly to: Program Director of Vocational Services

Supervisor Responsibilities

Provides support and guidanceto participants seeking employment opportunities.

RESPONSPONSIBILITIES

Ensures passenger and vehicle safety by:

• Adherence to the rules of the road at all times (i.e. speed limits, etc.)
• Making daily checks to the assigned vehicle according to the procedures outlined in the Van Driver Manual.
• Prompt reporting of vehicle safety or maintenance concerns to the Transportation Manager.
• Prompt reporting of passenger issues, i.e. illness or behavioral issues to the Transportation Manager.
• Implements Emergency Evacuation Procedures as needed.

Knowing and following the procedures set forth in the Van Driver Manual.

Maintain a valid public service license and an accident and violation free driving record.

Knowing and following the policies and procedures put forth in the organization's personnel handbook.

Perform other driving assignments as directed by theProgram Director of Vocational Services.

Perform other duties as assigned by theProgram Director of Vocational Services.

Attend and maintain all required trainings.

CORE COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Have, or be able to acquire a State of CT Public Service License.
• Have a clean driving record.
• Ability to relate effectively and positively with a diverse clientele.
• Ability to assure safety as a priority in transporting any and all passengers.
• Ability and experience to safely operate agency vehicles.
• Ability to be flexible to effectively meet changing conditions.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.

Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis, based on individual needs and organizational resources.

We are seeking per diem drivers who are available between 6:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. This non-exempt position starts at $18.30 per hour.