What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Education Instructor position at Blue River Services, Inc?
Description
JOB TITLE: Driver Education Instructor
DEPARTMENT: Employment Services
SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Employment Services Director
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
JOB STATUS: PRN/Sub, Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Evening & Weekend Availability; flexible scheduling
Summary
Provide driver education instruction and evaluation services to individuals, including those receiving vocational rehabilitation services. This role focuses on teaching safe driving skills, assessing participant readiness, and supporting individuals in achieving independence through driver training. Locations include Washington, Crawford, Harrison, Floyd, and Clark Counties
Key Responsibilities
For more information, please contact Taylor Garrison at tgarrison@brsinc.org
Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Requirements
Education/Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
JOB TITLE: Driver Education Instructor
DEPARTMENT: Employment Services
SUPERVISOR’S TITLE: Employment Services Director
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
JOB STATUS: PRN/Sub, Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Evening & Weekend Availability; flexible scheduling
Summary
Provide driver education instruction and evaluation services to individuals, including those receiving vocational rehabilitation services. This role focuses on teaching safe driving skills, assessing participant readiness, and supporting individuals in achieving independence through driver training. Locations include Washington, Crawford, Harrison, Floyd, and Clark Counties
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct driver evaluations to assess participants’ ability to operate vehicles safely and independently
- Provide individualized driver training, including basic maneuvers, parking, lane changes, and traffic navigation
- Develop and maintain driving schedules based on participant needs
- Maintain accurate documentation and submit required reports for Vocational Rehabilitation and private pay participants
- Serve as a liaison with Vocational Rehabilitation counselors and other stakeholders
- Track and report participant progress, including recommendations for additional training
- Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper working condition of training vehicles and equipment
- Complete and submit mileage, fuel usage, and related reports
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to teach and coach individuals with varying skill levels
- Strong observational and evaluation skills
- Ability to operate and instruct others on standard and modified vehicles
- Strong organizational and scheduling skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Basic technology skills (email, mobile devices, electronic timekeeping systems)
- Must be at least 25 years of age
- Ability to safely operate vehicles for extended periods
- Ability to demonstrate driving techniques and respond to real-time driving situations
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
- Completion of Instructor Certification within 45 days of hire
- Maintain driver training instructor certification
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Preventing Disease Transmission training
- Certified Restraint Training (CRT)
For more information, please contact Taylor Garrison at tgarrison@brsinc.org
Blue River Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Requirements
Education/Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.