Driver for Day Habilitation Program- 7-9am; 2:30-4:30pm
Description of Responsibilities:
● Transporting Developmentally Disabled individuals to and from their residences (Nassau and Suffolk County) to the Day Habilitation program in Mill Neck using an agency vehicle
● Arrive at destinations on schedule
● Ability to plan for routes:
○ Use navigation applications to determine the best route(s)
○ Be aware of traffic, weather delays
● Ability to develop a rapport with the individuals of various backgrounds
● Must abide by OPWDD rules and regulations
● Ensure the agency vehicle is always in proper working order:
○ Fueled and ready to use (using agency gas card)
○ Report any vehicle maintenance needed to supervisor
○ Vehicle interior is kept clean
● Maintaining mileage record and Pick-up/Drop-Off logs
Required Education and experience
● Clean and valid New York State Driver’s License
● Excellent verbal and written skills
● Interact with individuals professionally and respectfully
● Ability to pass a background check
● Knowledge of American Sign Language or Willingness to learn
● Commercial Drivers License a plus
● Experience providing direct care of services to adults with developmental disabilities
● CPR & First Aid trained
Mill Neck Family of Organizations is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.