Van Driver

HASC Center Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

HASC Center Inc. in Brooklyn seeks reliable drivers to safely transport adults and youth with disabilities to and from day habilitation and after-school programs. You will operate a passenger van on scheduled routes, assist passengers, and ensure safe boarding and alighting with care.

The role offers a steady weekday, part-time schedule with local Brooklyn routes. A clean driving record and strong interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to assist passengers and maintain a

Qualifications

• Valid standard driver’s license with a clean MVR; no CDL required.
• Punctual, patient, and safety-focused with strong interpersonal skills and empathy.
• Ability to physically assist passengers as needed and maintain a calm, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a passenger van on scheduled routes for adults and youth with disabilities.
• Assist passengers and operate wheelchair lifts where applicable; supervise boarding/alighting.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the van clean and safe.
• Follow safety procedures, traffic laws, and complete route documentation.
• Communicate professionally with dispatch, staff, families, and passengers.

Skills

Clean MVR

Punctuality

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Join a caring team and make a daily impact. Safely transport individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to and from our day habilitation and after-school programs in Brooklyn.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate a passenger van on scheduled routes to transport adults and youth with disabilities to and from day programs, after-school programs, and community locations.

• Perform safe passenger assistance, including operating wheelchair lifts (if applicable), and oversee boarding/alighting with care and respect.

• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections; maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the van.

• Follow all state, local, and agency safety procedures, traffic laws, and complete required route documentation.

• Communicate professionally with dispatch, program staff, families, and passengers.

What You’ll Bring

• Valid standard driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR); no CDL required.

• Punctual, patient, and safety-focused with strong interpersonal skills and empathy.

• Ability to physically assist passengers as needed, manage routes efficiently, and maintain a calm, welcoming environment.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Meaningful work supporting individuals with disabilities on every ride.

• Steady weekday, part-time schedule with local Brooklyn routes.

• Supportive, mission-driven team and a positive work environment.