Driver - Greenville, Mercer, Hermitage & Sharon PA

aboundhealth; Hermitage (Mercer County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedule

Paid onboarding

Health insurance eligibility

401(k) eligibility

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Abound Health is seeking a compassionate Driver's Aide / Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with IDD during transportation and community activities. You will help passengers travel safely, promote independence, and provide person-centered support throughout the day.

This part-time role includes driving responsibilities on select routes, a Monday–Friday schedule, and paid onboarding with ongoing professional development. Starting pay is $16.50 per hour with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver7s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to pass criminal, driving record, and healthcare registry checks.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training provided upon hire).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, patient, and professional demeanor.
• Prior disability support experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals during transportation to and from home, day programs, appointments, and community activities.
• Safely operate a vehicle when routes require coverage.
• Assist individuals with entering and exiting vehicles as needed.
• Monitor passenger safety, comfort, and well-being during transit.
• Provide companionship and support while encouraging independence.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of assigned vehicles.
• Follow transportation schedules and communicate delays or concerns.
• Complete required daily logs, documentation, and incident reports.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
• Work independently while adapting to changing transportation needs.
• Drive safely in all weather conditions when necessary.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

CPR/First Aid

Background checks

Job description

Driver / Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Part-Time

Driver / DSP – $16.50/hr + Weekly Pay

Part-Time Hours | Monday-Friday | Paid Training | Supportive Team Environment | Meaningful Work

Abound Health is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Driver's / Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) during transportation services and community activities.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, values building positive relationships, and wants to make a meaningful impact in their community. While this role will primarily serve as a Driver's Aide, applicants should be comfortable driving company routes when needed, including regularly on Tuesdays and occasionally covering additional routes.

Position Overview

As a Driver's Aide / DSP, you will play an important role in ensuring individuals safely travel to and from their destinations while receiving respectful, person-centered support. You'll assist passengers during transportation, help promote independence, and contribute to a positive experience throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals during transportation to and from home, day programs, appointments, and community activities
• Safely operate a vehicle when assigned routes require coverage
• Assist individuals with entering and exiting vehicles as needed
• Monitor passenger safety, comfort, and well-being during transit
• Provide companionship and support while encouraging independence
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of assigned vehicles
• Follow transportation schedules and communicate delays or concerns
• Complete required daily logs, documentation, and incident reports
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Work independently while adapting to changing transportation needs
• Drive safely in all weather conditions when necessary

Schedule

Primary Route

Monday-Friday

• 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Additional Route Coverage

Monday

• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday-Friday

• 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
• 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Note: This position primarily functions as a Driver. Driving responsibilities are required on Tuesdays and may be needed periodically to cover additional routes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass criminal, driving record, and healthcare registry checks
• Ability to safely transport individuals when assigned driving duties
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred (training provided upon hire)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, patient, and professional demeanor
• Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful but not required
• Previous transportation experience is preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid onboarding and training
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance eligibility based on hours worked
• 401(k) Retirement Plan eligibility based on hours worked
• Opportunities for advancement within Abound Health

Why Join Abound Health?

At Abound Health, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and independent life. Our team members make a difference every day by providing compassionate, person-centered support that helps individuals thrive in their communities.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a mission-driven organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.