Program Aide / Bus Driver

Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Valley; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to transport youth safely to school and off-site events. Candidates must have a high school diploma, valid Arizona driver's license, and certifications in CPR and First Aid. Join our team and help provide safe, positive experiences for the youth.

Benefits

Paid Bonus Time Off

Gym Membership at Planet Fitness

Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Waived Programming Fees for employee children

Paid Training

Free Sports & Entertainment tickets

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Must maintain CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler certifications.
• Valid Arizona driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Transport youth to/from school and events.
• Manage and support groups of youth.
• Ensure safety and maintain relationships with community members.

Skills

Customer Service

Behavior Management

Youth Development

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Food Handler’s Certification

Valid Arizona Driver’s License

Job description

LOCATION : 4730 W. Grovers Ave. Glendale, AZ 85308

JOB SUMMARY

The Bus Driver is responsible for transporting youth to / from school and other off site events, as needed.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE and CERTIFICATION

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Must obtain / maintain a current CPR, First Aid, and Food Handler’s Certification (within first 90 days of employment)
• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS

• Working knowledge of federal and state laws and company policies and procedures
• Ability to participate in investigations
• Ability to support the physical property and assets of the Club
• Ability to manage small and large groups of youth in various settings
• Ability to implement effective individual behavior management
• Ability to maintain and cultivate excellent member / family and community relationships and possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to interact effectively and communicate (in writing and orally) with a variety of youth, staff, volunteers, families, and community members.
• Ability to establish learning objectives for program and activities
• Knowledge of Youth Development service delivery
• Ability to articulate for giving, serve as an ambassador, engage in relationship building and promote philanthropy
• Ability to support the efficiency of Volunteers and future workforce needs to support volunteer program operations

WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING

• Travel between Boys & Girls Club site and schools and various field trip sites as well as in the community is required. Must meet the insurance standards of Boys & Girls Club of the Valley.
• Work is primarily performed in the Club and local community
• Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
• Paid Bonus Time Off : Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley closes down operations during the December holidays and offers a bonus week of time off
• Planet Fitness Gym Membership at no cost! (after 90 days of employment)
• 1,000.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement (available after 1 year of employment)
• Boys & Girls Club of the Valley Programming Fees Waived for children of employees
• Paid Training
• Sports & Entertainment tickets occasionally provided at no cost when available
• Waived membership fees apply to year-round staff AND summer seasonal staff! Note : Some fees not waived I.e. field trip expenses, sports league expenses, transportation, supplies etc.

About Us

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that offers affordable after-school and summer programming for 16,000 young people in grades K-12. At Clubs across the Valley, BGCAZ provides award-winning programs designed to change the lives of young people. There is a reason BGCAZ is the largest childcare provider in the Valley : Parents trust BGCAZ to provide a safe, positive, fun environment for their kids out-of-school time.