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Driver – Older Adult Center Programs
As a Driver, you’ll play a vital role in supporting older adults by providing safe, reliable transportation to and from program activities, trips, and services. You’ll help ensure participants remain connected to their community while supporting daily center operations and maintaining program vehicles.
Shift Schedule
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours Per Week
35
🌟 Why You’ll Love Working at JASA
JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Here, dedicated team members perform meaningful work that directly supports the health, dignity, and independence of the community we serve.
Top Reasons to Join Us: Meaningful Impact
As a Driver, you’ll safely transport program participants, maintain assigned vehicles, and support daily center operations while ensuring excellent customer service and participant safety.
Participant Transportation
JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:
Health & Wellness
Choose from quality Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. We also offer Employee Wellness Programs, including fitness initiatives and mental health support, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Retirement Savings
Plan for your future with both a 403(b) plan and a Pension Plan.
Generous Time Off
Enjoy ample Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and floating holidays.
Professional Development
Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement are available.
Employee Recognition
Your contributions are celebrated through various recognition programs.
EEO Statement
JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.
As a Driver, you’ll play a vital role in supporting older adults by providing safe, reliable transportation to and from program activities, trips, and services. You’ll help ensure participants remain connected to their community while supporting daily center operations and maintaining program vehicles.
Shift Schedule
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours Per Week
35
🌟 Why You’ll Love Working at JASA
JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Here, dedicated team members perform meaningful work that directly supports the health, dignity, and independence of the community we serve.
Top Reasons to Join Us: Meaningful Impact
- Help older adults remain active, engaged, and connected through safe transportation services.
- Support access to vital programs, services, and community activities.
- Build positive relationships with older adults and become a trusted part of their daily experience.
- Serve as an important link between participants and program staff.
- Collaborate with center staff, program directors, and community partners.
- Contribute to the success of programs that improve the quality of life for older adults.
As a Driver, you’ll safely transport program participants, maintain assigned vehicles, and support daily center operations while ensuring excellent customer service and participant safety.
Participant Transportation
- Safely transport program participants to and from scheduled trips and activities.
- Assist participants entering and exiting vehicles as needed.
- Ensure participant comfort, safety, and respectful treatment at all times.
- Drive agency vehicles in accordance with all traffic laws and agency policies.
- Arrange for fuel and oil purchases following agency procedures.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections, including checking fluids, tires, and safety equipment.
- Change tires when necessary.
- Maintain vehicles in a clean and orderly condition at all times.
- Accurately complete trip tickets, mileage logs, and other required records.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, or traffic violations to supervisor.
- Adhere to all applicable traffic regulations and agency safety standards.
- Ensure vehicles are equipped with required emergency equipment, including spare tire and jack.
- Communicate with participants regarding scheduled trips and program participation.
- Collect participant contributions when required, issue receipts, and reconcile funds with supervisor.
- Alert the Program Director or designee immediately regarding any concerns involving participants, including:
- Illness or medical concerns
- Significant behavioral changes
- Failure to respond during scheduled transportation
- Other unusual situations requiring attention
- Assist with meal preparation, meal service, and center set-up activities as needed.
- Enter trip and program participation information into the NYC Aging electronic database as required.
- Support special events, trips, and program activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of driving experience with a valid New York State Driver’s License and no more than one moving violation within the past two years; or
- One (1) year of driving experience with a valid New York State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and no moving violations preferred.
- Candidates without a CDL who possess three (3) years of clean driving experience must be willing to obtain a CDL within six (6) months of hire.
- JASA will reimburse CDL training classes and testing fees for drivers in good standing.
- No history of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) convictions.
- Ability to lift heavy objects and equipment.
- Ability to climb stairs, bend, and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to relate to older adults with empathy, patience, and professionalism.
- Strong attention to safety and customer service.
- Must be available to work extended hours, evenings, or weekends as required for:
- Cooling Center operations
- Make-Up Days
- Emergency responses or directives from city funders.
JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:
Health & Wellness
Choose from quality Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. We also offer Employee Wellness Programs, including fitness initiatives and mental health support, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Retirement Savings
Plan for your future with both a 403(b) plan and a Pension Plan.
Generous Time Off
Enjoy ample Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and floating holidays.
Professional Development
Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement are available.
Employee Recognition
Your contributions are celebrated through various recognition programs.
EEO Statement
JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.