Van Driver

Volunteers of America Western Washington; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid holidays

HSA (Health Savings Account)

FSA medical & dependent care

Employee Assistance program

403(b) Retirement Plan matching

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Volunteers of America Western Washington seeks a full-time van driver to transport children to and from the ECEAP program, and to assist with preschool activities as needed. You will ensure safe driving, maintain the van, document safety checks, and support families and staff during site-based events.

The role requires a WA State driver’s license with a clean record, CPR/First Aid certification, and strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current WA State driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Current infant, child, and adult CPR and first aid certification.
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Effective oral communication skills and ability to work as a team.
• Must pass and maintain an acceptable background check.

Responsibilities

• Safe driving of the vehicle to and from school and during evening activities.
• Oversees the care and maintenance of the van and maintains records.
• Courier of oral and written communications between preschool and parents.
• Maintains a safe and cheerful learning environment for children on the van.
• Develops and updates the van route prior to the first day of preschool and as needed.
• Attends required meetings and trainings; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Communication skills

Team player

Background check clear

Job description

About VOAWW:Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non-profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives that allow us to better serve and uplift our community – and each other.Benefits (Full time)Vacation and Sick Time: Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hoursCompetitive compensationHolidays: 8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidaysMedical, Dental, and VisionHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent careFree Employee Assistance program403(b) Retirement Plan matchingProfessional Development opportunitiesGeneral FunctionThe van driver is responsible for the care and maintenance of the Volunteers of America ECEAP van and for safely picking-up and delivering children during the scheduled days of school, as well as the periodic transportation of parents who may be visiting the Volunteers of America ECEAP program or attending a school-wide event or activity.Principal ActivitiesSafe driving of vehicle to and from school and during evening activities.Oversees the care and maintenance of the van, maintaining all records.Courier of oral and written communications from preschool to parent, and parent to preschool.Maintains a safe and cheerful learning environment for the children riding on the van.Follows the Washington Child Restraint Law (RCW 46.61.687 and 46.61.688).Documents daily vehicle safety checks.Documents regular schedule of vehicle safety inspections.Ensures that signed medical releases and emergency contact forms for each child are readily accessible in case of injury during transportation. Maintains first aid and emergency/disaster supplies located on the van.Ensures that one-way transportation time for children does not exceed one hour, except in rural or remote areas.Develops the van route prior to the first day of preschool, updating it as needed or when a child withdraws or a new child enrolls, being cognizant of efficiency and the length of the route.Supervises, orients and trains assistant teachers and family support specialists who may serve as a van assistant.Works with family support specialists and families to ensure children ride safely.In some cases, ECEAP drivers may work in the preschool during the hours they are not driving the van. Their responsibilities are determined by the needs of the preschool, staff, and program and governed by the budget.Attends all site-based, county and agency required meetings and trainings.Other duties as assigned.#voaww1QualificationsCurrent WA State driver’s license with safe driving recordCurrent infant, child, adult CPR and first aid certificationExperience working with young children preferred.Effective oral communication skillsAbility to work as a team player.Openness to developing positive, trusting, working relationships with families.Some knowledge of the ages and stages of child growth, development and learning as well as early childhood educationEnjoys being with children and ability to crate a positive and nurturing environment for them.Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.Ability to pass and maintain an acceptable background check recordECEAP drivers may be required to work a split shift and work during the academic school year.All employees are required to obtain the following within 90 days of employment:Current infant, child, and adult first aid/CPR certificationHIV/AIDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens trainingWashington State Patrol background checkHepatitis B vaccinationTB testCurrent food handlers’ card (in the event the bus driver assists in the classroom and/or kitchen)Physical exam certificate every 2 yearsEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.