Van Driver (Brook Park)

Education Alternatives - Brook Park, OH

Part-time - Entry Level

Brook Park, OH

Educational Services

About the position

Education Alternatives is seeking van drivers for the Brook Park location. Van Drivers are paid hourly and are responsible for driving clients on an agency owned vehicle to and from our sites located throughout the greater Akron/Cleveland area and on field trips to various locations. This position is a part-time hourly position, Monday through Friday. Ohio Department of Education Certification training will be provided by Education Alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation
• Be able to work with clients with emotional and behavioral disabilities and intervene when necessary for the purpose of ensuring order and safety
• Assists clients and other passengers (e.g. seating, restraints, special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from vehicles including both emergency situations and normal transport
• Advises clients and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety
• Safely transport clients to/from their residence to/from their designated drop off point in a timely manner
• Informs day treatment personnel and parents of events, policies and/or practices (e.g. schedules tops, established routes, route conditions etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or clarification of procedures
• Responds to inquiries from clients, parents, and/or staff for the purpose of providing the necessary information regarding transportation services
• Maintains assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior (e.g. cleaning floors/windows/seats, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Fuels assigned vehicle for the purpose of maintaining vehicle and keeping it in safe operating condition
• Monitors passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining order and ensuring the safety of passengers
• Performs first aid as necessary for the purpose of meeting the immediate health care needs of passengers
• Maintain ongoing communication with staff including: Teachers, Building Directors, Fleet Manager and Director of Transportation for the purpose of conveying and/or receiving information
• Prepares documentation (e.g. daily log, incident reports, behavior rating, mileage) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
• Conduct safety checks on van before each departure and submit a daily pre-trip inspection form for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and meeting state requirements
• Attend all agency trainings, including quarterly in-service trainings, for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting agency requirements

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 25 years old
• Must hold a valid Ohio driver's license
• Must have a good driving record, as determined by the Ohio Department of Education
• Must be able to pass a pre-service physical and drug test
• Must not have a criminal background that would disqualify applicant from working with children

Nice-to-haves

• Skills in adhering to safety practices, administering first aid, and operating agency vehicles
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance, health standards and hazards, and utilizing special equipment (e.g. wheelchairs, tie downs, child safety seats)
• Ability to communicate with diverse groups including school age riders and maintain confidentiality