Driver- Crystal House

Open Sky Community Services; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Supervision

Generous paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services is seeking a Driver to provide transportation for individuals supported by the Clubhouse. You will follow routes and schedules to ensure on-time pick-ups and drop-offs, while keeping the vehicle clean and reporting maintenance needs.

The role emphasizes respectful, patient interaction, reliability, and openness to new opportunities. Open Sky emphasizes its inclusive, trauma-informed culture and competitive benefits, including generous PTO and education supports.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Must meet MART Driving Standards.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Drive courteously and obey applicable traffic laws.
• Remain alert and focused and avoid distractions while operating vehicle.
• Treat individuals served with dignity and respect and provide appropriate support to them while they are in your care.

Skills

Reliability

Willingness to Learn

Open to New Opportunities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Job Description:

Open Sky’s Clubhouses are a member of the Massachusetts Clubhouse Coalition, an organization comprising 33 clubhouses throughout the Commonwealth and is a community dedicated to the rehabilitation of adults recovering from mental illness. Through a variety of meaningful and engaging tasks, members have the ability to develop or refresh employment skills, explore educational opportunities, and participate in social activities.Tradewinds Clubhouse provides services to residents of the Greater Southbridge Area.

The Driver provides transportation to individuals supported by the Clubhouse. They follow assigned routes and schedule for on time pick-up and drop-off and ensure assigned vehicle is clean and in good repair, promptly reporting any maintenance issues for resolution.

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Drive courteously and obey applicable traffic laws.
• Remain alert and focused and avoid distractions while operating vehicle.
• Treat individuals served with dignity and respect and provide appropriate support to them while they are in your care.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record, required.
• Must meet MART Driving Standards.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Pay Range:

$20.00 - $20.00

About Us:

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education! Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.