What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver - Sheakley Club position at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati Inc?
Primary Function: To safely transport Club members after school from various local schools to the Club. This role interacts with transported Club members in a way that aligns with high-quality programming and trauma competent care best practices, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnatis mission. This role also manages the Clubs transportation log and quarterly and biannual vehicle maintenance.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Safely transport children from local, assigned schools to the Club, ensuring punctuality and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensure the well-being of all children in the vehicle, supervising them during transit and maintaining a safe, calm environment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily logs, documenting important details such as the number of children transported, departure times, and any incidents or issues.
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
- Perform quarterly safety checks on the vehicle, ensuring all safety equipment (seat belts, lights, etc.) is functional, and all safety supplies are present and up to date.
- Schedule and coordinate biannual maintenance appointments to ensure the vehicle is in optimal working condition.
- Report any mechanical issues, damage, or repairs needed to management immediately.
- Communicate effectively with program staff, caregivers, and school officials to coordinate pick-up and drop-off schedules.
- Notify parents in advance of any changes or delays to pick-up times.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Club Director, including program assistance when transportation routes are over.
- Provide individual guidance and establish relationships with members that are conducive to their growth and development.
Collaboration/Relationships:
- Maintains close contact with Program Coordinators, Club Director, and other Club staff, volunteers, and parents.
- Actively participate in professional development training.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
We maintain a 15:1 member to staff ratio. Activities are varied and require active engagement during educational and recreational programming, which may include extended periods of walking and standing. Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs. Average lift less than 25 lbs. Requires ability to use computers, various standard and specialized software and database systems, keyboard, calculator and typical office machines.
Education/Experience Requirement:
- Previous experience as a van driver, school bus driver, or in a related transportation role is preferred.
- Experience working with children or in a childcare environment is a plus.
Skills/Knowledge Required:
- Good driving record with valid drivers license.
- Completion of online driver training and road test.
- Strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet Clubs transportation needs.
- Ability to work with a team.
- An understanding of the needs and interests of young people.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively with technology.
- Ability to interact with young people in a positive way, particularly as it relates to behavior issues.
- Maintain a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude at the worksite.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
Position Details:
- Part-time employment (Hours range between 2pm-6pm)
- Hourly rate: $14.50/hour
- Great Benefits including Paid PTO and holidays