Driver

Volunteers of America Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Prescription Coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (including Birthday)

Job summary

Volunteers of America Greater New York is seeking a dedicated Driver in the Bronx, NY. The role focuses on operating official agency vehicles to transport clients to appointments and hot spots while maintaining safety and accuracy in daily logs and routes.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of driving experience, plus a valid state driver7s license and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus two years' experience as a driver.
• Must be familiar with the Bronx driving area and possess a valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive agency vehicles in a safe and prudent manner to destinations.
• Transport clients to and from agency designated locations and hot spots.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and ensure fuel is sufficient; report any issues.
• Complete required paperwork including daily logs and route sheets.
• Assist in provision of direct care services and administrative support when not driving.

Skills

Driver experience

Valid drivers license

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Driver

The key function of the Driver is to operate official agency vehicles. Additional functions will include assisting in the promotion of client services, transporting clients to appointments and "hot spot" locations, and ensuring clients adhere to rules and program activities.

University Family Residence is a transitional family shelter where residents learn essential skills that enable them to meet the challenges of everyday life. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/transitional-housing

Location: Bronx, NY 10452

Driver Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma plus two years' experience as a driver.
• Must be familiar with the assigned driving area and possess a valid state driver's license with a safe driving record that meets agency standards.

Driver Principal Responsibilities:

• Drive vehicles in a safe and prudent manner, arriving at destinations via the most efficient route.
• Transport clients to and from agency designated "hot spots".
• Check vehicles on a daily basis to ensure that they are in acceptable operating condition. Maintain gas at one-half full and fill tank at end of day.
• Complete required paperwork including daily logs and route sheets.
• Assist in provision of direct care services and administrative support to program when not engaged in driving duties.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.