Van Driver

Transportation and Passenger Safety

• Operates a Foundation-owned van safely and efficiently to transport seniors and individuals with disabilities to and from adult day care programs, medical appointments, shopping trips, and other approved destinations.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of all passengers during transport, including proper use of safety restraints and adherence to all road and traffic regulations.
• Follows all loading and unloading safety procedures and ensures passengers are never left unattended in the van at any time.
• Verifies that passengers are released only to authorized individuals designated by caregivers.
• Monitors passengers’ health and behavior, reporting illness or concerns to appropriate staff and ensuring visibly sick passengers remain with family members.
• In the event of an emergency or accident, follows written evacuation and emergency procedures, reports to the designated nurse, and completes required incident documentation.

Vehicle Maintenance and Safety Compliance

• Performs and documents daily vehicle inspections, reporting any maintenance or safety concerns to the Maintenance Coordinator prior to passenger transport.
• Ensure the van is fueled, clean, and ready for operation at all times.
• Maintains emergency supplies and first aid kits, reporting replacement needs to the Transportation Lead or designated staff.
• Follows assigned routes to ensure efficient travel and minimize passenger ride times.
• Immediately reports any traffic violations or accidents to the Transportation Lead.

Communication and Coordination

• Communicate with the Program Director or Transportation Lead regarding passenger absences, appointment changes, or route adjustments.
• Participate in driver meetings and required in-service training sessions to maintain compliance and enhance performance.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess the physical ability to operate a wheelchair lift and push, pull, or move up to 250 pounds in a wheelchair.
• May be required to assist participants with transfers between wheelchairs and van seats safely.

Special Assignments

• Safe Ride Program
  • Communicates with the Program Director regarding any changes in client appointments or client status.
• Mobile Pantry Program
  • Safely and efficiently deliver food boxes or bags to client addresses.
  • Communicates with the Program Director regarding any route or client status changes.
  • Ensure all food items are in good condition and that perishable items are properly handled, using freezer blankets as needed and avoiding extended storage in the vehicle.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other related duties as needed to support the overall operations and success of the organization

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record—no moving violations or at-fault accidents within the past three years.
• Minimum of 10 years of driving experience and at least one year of experience operating a passenger van with a capacity of up to 14 individuals.
• Must be at least 25 years of age to meet insurance requirements.
• Must maintain insurability through the agency’s insurance carrier.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening
• Ability to pass drug testing requirements

Preferred

Minimum of one year of professional driving experience in a similar role