Passenger Driver - Lakeport | Full-Time

People Services, Inc. (PSI) | Konocti Transportation Services (KTS)

Location: Lakeport, California
Pay: $19.10 per hour
Schedule: Split shift, Monday–Friday (6:00–9:30 AM and 2:30–6:00 PM)
Type: Full Time (approximately 35 hours weekly)

Make a Meaningful Difference!

Do you enjoy helping others and want a job that makes a difference in your community? People Services, Inc. (PSI) is seeking dependable, safety-conscious Passenger Drivers to transport individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities safely and respectfully.

As a Passenger Driver, you will help the people we serve access their communities while promoting their safety, dignity, and independence. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible, patient, and committed to providing respectful, person-centered support.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned vehicles while transporting individuals on scheduled routes.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting vehicles, including securing wheelchairs and mobility devices as needed.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate attendance, mileage, and other required records.
• Report vehicle maintenance needs in writing to the Director of Transportation.
• Keep assigned vehicles clean, inside and out, and perform routine vehicle maintenance as assigned.
• Provide appropriate assistance to passengers with disabilities while respecting their dignity and individual needs.
• Follow KTS policies, procedures in PSI's Driver’s Handbook.
• Arrive on time, follow assigned routes, and adapt to schedule changes as needed.
• Immediately report and document accidents, incidents, and safety concerns.
• Assist with supervision at Agency dances and other assigned activities.
• Assist with Individual Service Plan (ISP) implementation and required documentation for assigned individuals, including training, coverage, and daily/monthly data collection.
• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate professionally with supervisors, coworkers, passengers, and others.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Class C license with passenger endorsement within the first 60 days of employment, as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment Live Scan criminal background clearance.
• Negative pre-employment drug test results and compliance with required random drug testing throughout employment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Negative TB test, as required for the position.
• Ability to pass a driver proficiency test administered as required by the Director of Transportation.
• Ability to assist passengers with mobility needs, including bending and kneeling to secure and release wheelchairs.
• Good communication skills, dependability, basic recordkeeping skills, and the ability to follow instructions.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to help resolve problems constructively.

Preferred: Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Why Work at PSI?

At People Services, Inc., our work is guided by Respect, Dignity, and Choice. Our transportation team plays an important role in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities participate in their communities.

If you are dependable, caring, and ready to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply!

People Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: From $19.10 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available for a Split Shift: early morning until 9:30 and 2:00pm until evening?
• Tell us about any experience you have working with people with developmental or intellectual disabilities (personally or professionally).

License/Certification:

• California Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person