Driver

DriverSupervisor: Assistant Director of TransportationDepartment: TransportationFLSA Status: Non-ExemptPay Rate: $18.54hrJob SummaryThe Driver is responsible for the care and safety of the consumers we transport.Responsibilities:E-1 Maintains the health, welfare and safety of all passengers assigned to the vehicle.E-2 Pre-checks and post-checks vehicle each time vehicle is driven.E-3 Transports consumers from their residence to their day program and ensures all passengers are wearing their seat belts.E-4 Conducts walk-through procedures and headcount to make sure that all individuals are safely off the bus.E-5 Assists the aide in any emergency.E-6 Assists the aide in the loading and unloading of all passengers and in placing the passengers in seats most appropriate to their needs.E-7 Submits all necessary paperwork to the office on a daily basis.E-8 Obtains gas in vehicle without passengers on the bus.E-9 Obtains instructions from Assistant Director of Transportation in the event that no one is home at drop off time.E-10 Picks up and drops off aide daily.11- Ensures that all doors are closed and locked if no aide is on board.12- Responsible to maintain cleanliness of interior/exterior of vehicle.13- Adheres to proper dress code.14- Follows driver requirements.15- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures, including reporting traffic infractions and accidents within 24 hours.16- All other duties as assigned.Requirements:Valid and clean NYS driver's licenseHigh School Diploma/GEDComplete and maintain SCIP and Adult CPR certification, as per IGHL policy.Able to lift at least fifty pounds at least five times per hourAble to sit for four hours at a timeAble to stand and bend throughout the dayEnthusiastic team player that can handle stressful situations professionally with ease