Van Driver

West Suburban Special Recreation Association; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

West Suburban Special Recreation Association is seeking a part-time van driver to transport participants to WSSRA programs in a 14-passenger van. The role includes assisting with wheelchair transfers, basic paperwork, and supporting the safety program.

Hours are 10-20 per week with possible early mornings and late evenings. The position requires independence and willingness to perform other duties such as vehicle washing and occasional trip logistics.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Driving participants to programs via 14-passenger van.
• Transferring participants in wheelchairs in and out of vehicles.
• General paperwork and record keeping.
• Actively support the WSSRA safety program.

Skills

Good driving record

Job description

The van driver is responsible for the transportation of individuals with disabilities between their home/schools and program sites. They are also responsible for non-mechanical maintenance of the vans. The work schedule may vary from 10-20 hours per week. Work hours may range from very early in the morning up until midnight, depending on the needs of the program. The van driver works independently. During the day, the van driver may be required to perform work duties. This "down time" may be spent sitting or performing other work activities outside of van driver duties.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Good driving record.

Essential Functions of The Job

• Driving participants to WSSRA programs via 14 passenger van.
• Transferring participants in wheelchairs in and out of vehicles.
• General paperwork.
• Actively support the WSSRA safety program.

Other Functions of The Job

• Assisting with group programs.
• Washing vehicles.
• Delivering brochures and program advertisements for activities.
• Occasional transportation of luggage for special trips