Direct Support Professional Transportation Driver (first shift)

Job Summary

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional Transportation Driver, where you will play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable, and compassionate transportation for individuals with diverse needs. Your energetic and proactive approach will help provide a positive experience for individuals with disabilities. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community while utilizing your driving expertise and commitment to safety. You will be responsible for transporting passengers efficiently and securely, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations, and delivering excellent customer service every day.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various types of vehicles including school buses, transit buses, or paratransit vehicles to transport passengers to and from designated locations
• Assist passengers with wheelchair assistance, boarding, and disembarking to ensure comfort and safety
• Follow traffic laws, transportation safety regulations, and school or company policies during all driving activities
• Respond quickly and appropriately to traffic changes, emergencies, or unexpected situations using emergency response procedures for transportation
• Conduct vehicle inspections before and after trips, including checking vehicle codes, safety equipment, and ensuring heavy lifting is performed safely when needed
• Communicate effectively with passengers using clear English language skills; manage passenger behavior and enforce discipline policies when necessary
• Maintain accurate logs of trips, incidents, and vehicle maintenance reports while documenting any safety concerns or behavioral issues

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience working with children or seniors is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of traffic laws, vehicle codes, transportation safety regulations, and state/local commercial driving laws
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely and perform physical tasks associated with wheelchair assistance and passenger support
• Excellent communication skills in English; ability to handle behavior management effectively in diverse settings
• Demonstrated quick response skills during traffic changes or emergencies; ability to follow emergency response procedures confidently

Join us as a Direct Support Professional Transportation Driver if you are energetic, detail-oriented, committed to safety, and passionate about serving your community through dependable transportation services. Your dedication will help create safe journeys that make a real difference in people’s lives!

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person