Thomas M. Wernert Center (TMWC), a peer support mental health recovery agency, is looking to fill a vehicle driver position for Toledo/Lucas County area transportation. Experienced driver needed to transport members to and from their homes. Successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. CDL license not required. Must pass pre-employment background and drug screening. This position is 40 hours per week, with occasional weekend or evening hours. Also includes medical, dental, life, short term disability, employee assistance program, retirement (403B), and paid time off.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

· Provide roundtrip transportation for members of TMWC in a Ford Transit Van or 14 passenger Mini Bus

· Operate all vehicles in a safe manner and in compliance with all applicable TMWC policies, procedures, traffic laws and regulations, and vehicle inspections

· Maintain vehicles, including refueling, regular maintenance, cleanliness of interior and exterior

· Daily documentation of transportation requests, rider services, and mileage/driver’s log

· Assist riders on and off vehicles, ensure all riders are securely fastened in seat belts or
QStraint System at all times,

· Operate chairlift to assist riders in boarding vehicles, ensuring they are properly secured

Experience, Educational Qualifications, and Abilities

· Valid driver’s license with clean record

· At least 1-year professional driving required.

· Ability to drive a 14 passenger mini bus.

· QStraint experience preferred for securing scooters and/or wheelchairs

· High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

· Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet use, including use of technology to ensure accurate and efficient routes

· Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends

· Considerable knowledge of and experience driving on Lucas County roads

· Ability to obey all traffic laws and signs, read maps and directions, and

· Working with adults living with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities preferred.

· Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Home daily
• Monday to Friday

Trucking driver type:

• Company driver

Work Location: In person