van driver - Philadelphia, PA

Reference #: 5001090699606

van driver#ELW-19907 | Posted 12/27/2024

Philadelphia, Pennsylvaniavan driver#ELW-19907 | Posted 12/27/2024

| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Apply for this job now!Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY: Safely transport children to the Family School program by picking them up from their foster homes and dropping them off to Family School in the morning and then returning them to their foster homes at the conclusion of the day's program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive a van to pick up and deliver children to the Family School program and deliver them home after the program day

Ensure children are properly secured in their car seats or in their seat with a seatbelt by physically checking that the buckles are secure

Remain attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensuring passenger safety

Use Global Positioning System (GPS) for accurate directions and to avoid potential hazard areas

Follow the planned route and schedule for departure times, stops, and delivery of Family School children

Complete a daily maintenance record at the beginning and end of each shift

Conduct daily inspection of vehicle prior to operation inclusive of tires, brakes, turn signals, windows, windshield wipers, windshield fluid, and oil, etc.

Monitor and log fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers

Report delays, accidents and emergencies

Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations

Complete incident reports, as required per Elwyn's policy, by the end of each shift

Ensure emission and annual vehicle inspections are completed within the proper timeframes

Ensure required and recommended repairs are completed with appropriate authorization of both program director and Automotive Resources International (ARI) fleet services

Ensure current vehicle registration and insurance cards are in the vehicle's glove compartment at all times

Complete special assignments which may require travel to other counties for the delivery and or pick up of supplies / items

Assist with the loading and unloading of the van when required

Complete paperwork as required

Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols

Maintain a clean vehicle

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record

Demonstrated proficiency in managing route efficiency and ability to safely operate company vehicles, specifically a passenger van

Ability to utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) for accurate directions and to avoid potential hazard areas

Ability to follow the planned route and schedule for departure times, stops and delivery of Family School children

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities

Demonstrated strong attention to detail

Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills

Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to solve problems and make decisions with input from supervisor

Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions

Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols

Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, and written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Experience working with children and families preferred

Previous experience as a school bus or van driver preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions.

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.Job DetailsJob Titlevan driverAlternate Locations

Varies, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19129Full-Time/Part-TimePart-timeElwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/DisabilityWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.