Van Driver jobs in Union City, NJ

Wright Independent Life Options (WILO NJ) is a company that sets out to provide independent living options for adults with special needs and for individuals to be completely included in the communities in which they live and spend time in. 

OUR MISSION 

· To EMPOWER persons with disabilities with adequate skills and training to pursue lives filled with purpose, direction and independence. 

· To EQUIP parents/guardians of children who have disabilities with tools to navigate the system of services and support 

· To INTEGRATE persons with disabilities into the greater community through participation in community-based activities and events 

· To INCLUDE and INVITE the greater community to participate in WILO NJ hosted events and activities 

· To CREATE an environment where people with disabilities feel loved, respected, honored and valued 

· To CUSTOMIZE a unique path where parents/guardians of persons with disabilities can actualize a life of independence for their young adults in present tense 

JOB DESCRIPTION & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Program Van Driver and/or Van's Direct Support
Professional (2nd staff passenger) 

· Transporting residents safely and professionally to and from daily programming. 

· Ensuring resident safety and wellness at all times. 

· Maintaining accurate time sheets, note taking, and staff checklist completion. 

· Caring for vehicles by notifying management of any safety issues or items needing to be remedied regarding company vehicles. 

· Conducting quality assurance checklists during shifts. 

· Other tasks associated with the care and safety or WILO NJ residents as deemed necessary by direct supervisor. 

HOURS:  

Monday - Friday 

30 hours per week (approx. 6 hours per day) 

Morning route: Approx. 7:45am-10:30am with a break in between the afternoon route. 

Afternoon route: Approx. 1:30pm-3:30/4pm. 

Ideal candidates will live within close proximity to Maplewood, NJ. 

**Must be kind, compassionate, responsible, organized and a team player. A great attitude, respect for others and providing quality customer service is key at WILO NJ. Please do not apply if you feel you are lacking these traits.** 

A background check, drug testing, and staff mandatory trainings in CPR, Danielle's Law, Stephen Kominos Law, Incident reporting, Prevention of abuse, neglect & exploitation and other trainings mandated by the Division of Developmental Disabilities are required. 

Experience in transporting individuals preferred and experience working with adults with special needs a plus. 

Current driving license and clean driving record required (less than 5 points), along with driving abstract. 

Please email resumes only, no office drop-ins. 

Job Type: Part-time 

Salary: $16.25 /hour