Driver - Part Time; 1132-710-N

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal/

Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Savings with Agency Match

Transit

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Empl

Training Series and other additional

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc. is seeking a Driver to transport older adult clients on scheduled routes, escorting them from homes to vehicles and back, and handling light clerical tasks.

The role requires a NYS Class D license, a defensive driving certificate within 6 months, and a clean driving record; lifting up to 25 lbs is required. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement match, Transit, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• New York State Driver’s License (Class D) with printout of annual Driving Record.
• Must obtain defensive driving certificate within 6 months of employment.
• One year driving experience with no more than one moving violation in 24 months.
• Knowledge of local roadways where the program operates.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients on regularly scheduled routes to senior centers, supermarkets, and appointments.
• Escort and assist frail clients from homes to the vehicle and back as needed.
• Ensure passenger safety with seat belts and wheelchair restraints.
• Perform clerical tasks including data entry, filing, answering phones, and distributing mail.

Skills

Driving safety

Route knowledge

Passenger safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Defensive driving certificate

Tools

NY Driver’s License (Class D)

Job description

35-24 83rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, March 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.

Older Adult Centers promote an active life for seniors. The centers aim to assist them to preserve their independence and health by offering various range of activities and services such as serving breakfast, lunch, health screenings, social services, educational workshops, class exercises, discussion groups, games, art classes, lectures, workshops, organized outings, and special events.

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

The Driver will be required to transport older adult clients on regularly scheduled routes to various destinations. Escort and assist infirm clients from their homes to the vehicle and back. Perform clerical functions including data entry, filing, answering phones and distributing mail.

• Transport clients on regularly scheduled routes from their homes to destinations such as senior centers, supermarkets, shopping malls, medical appointments as determined by the Director or other assigned staff.
• Escort and assist the fragile clients from their homes to the vehicle and back, if necessary.
• Ensure the safety of the passengers through the use of seat belts, wheelchair brackets and other safety devices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License (Class D) and provision of printout of annual Driving Record from Motor Vehicle Bureau.
• Must obtain defensive driving certificate within 6 months of employment.
• One (1) year driving experience with no more than one moving violation within a 24-month period, no driving while intoxicated convictions.
• Knowledge of roadways in the area where program operates.
• Ability to lift to 25lbs.

BENEFITS

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.

For more information on our organization, please visit our website at:
www.ccbq.org

35-24 83rd St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA