General Livery and School Transportation Driver

Noank Community Support Services Inc; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Noank Community Support Services Inc. in Groton, CT, seeks Transportation Drivers to safely transport DCF clients to school, appointments, and family visits. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, maintaining safety, and ensuring seat belt use.

Candidate must be 21+, have 3+ years driving experience with a clean record and valid license. Endorsements (V/S) on CT license or willingness to obtain, plus CPR/First Aid certification, are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old with a minimum of three years of driving experience.
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Must pass state police and DCF background checks; provide a physical and PPD within the past 90 days of hiring.
• Must have a CT driver’s license with a V or S endorsement, or be willing to obtain one.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles safely, follow traffic laws, and ensure seat belt use.
• Provide supervision and safety for clients during transport.
• Maintain punctuality and adhere to schedules.
• Complete required trainings with NCSS and DCF.
• Report problems or concerns about clients or transportation requests.
• Perform pre-trip safety inspections.
• Maintain client confidentiality per policies.
• Coordinate with the DCF Credentialed Services Coordinator.

Skills

Safe driving

Pre-trip inspections

CPR & First Aid

Job description

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

NCSS Transportation Drivers are responsible for transporting CT Department of Children and Families (DCF) clients to and from school, authorized appointments, and family visits.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures that vehicles can be operated safely before driving and conducts pre-trip safety inspections.
• Transports passengers in a safe and lawful manner and obeys all traffic laws.
• Ensures all passengers use seat belts at all times.
• Maintains proper supervision and oversight of clients’ safety and well-being.
• Maintains promptness in keeping appointments and adhering to assigned schedules.
• Abides by NCSS’s client confidentiality policies and procedures.
• Reports any problems or concerns regarding a specific client or transportation request.
• Participates in all required trainings from NCSS and DCF.
• Maintains a CT driver’s license with a minimum of a “V” or "S" endorsement.
• Maintains a CPR & First Aid certification.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicant must be 21+ years old with a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience. A clean driving record and a valid driver’s license. Must pass a state police background check, a DCF protective service background check, provide a physical and PPD within the past 90 days of hiring.

NOTE:

Applicant must have a V or S endorsement on their valid license or be willing to get a V endorsement through the Department of Motor Vehicle.

REPORTS TO:

DCF Credentialed Services Coordinator