Van Driver/Paraprofessional – New Starting Rates!

Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Behavioral Health Holdco Kansas City – A place where employees are heard YOU Matter!

Are you looking for flexibility?

As a driver you get the option of working mornings or afternoons or both! Applicants with crossover skills as paraprofessional will be considered for full time hours. (rates differ from Para and Driving hours)

Starting rate (no experience needed), starting at $18.00/Hour!

Class E/S Endorsement starts at $20.00

CDL starts at $21.00

Full Time Shifts 7am-3 :30pm and 10am -6:30pm Or Part Time Splits driving only

As a BHHKC driver you will be operating a school van over designated routes and transporting school aged individuals. In addition, you may transport BHHKC clients for various charter trips. As a driver, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of clients.

Watch a video about KCBHH here:

We proudly offer:

  • Competitive starting wage
  • 401(k), with company match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid training

Key Accountabilities:

  • Follow safety rules as students board and exit van or cross streets near stops.
  • Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Check the condition of a vehicle’s equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
  • Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
  • Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled locations, following strict time schedules.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

***ALL NEW HIRES MUST BE VACCINATED FOR COVID (& PROVIDE VACC CARD) PRIOR TO START DATE***

***Must be at least 21 years of age***

Education and Experience:

  • High School/GED required.
  • 1-4 years’ experience as a driver

License Requirements:

  • Must have a safe and valid driver’s license according to the school regulations.
  • MO Residents, minimum of Class E License with S Endorsement, partial reimbursement offered if need to obtain
  • KS Residents, CDL Licensure

Training and Specific Skills and Abilities:

  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to drive when in the field.
  • Must satisfactorily complete all required training.
  • Be able to pass all background checks, which may include physical, drug screening and licensure.

Working Conditions:

The job operates almost solely within a vehicle as either a driver or the driver’s aide. This position requires the ability to drive up to 50 miles day or night on all types of roads and in all types of weather. This position is exposed to noise, vibrations, and vehicle fumes.

Physical Requirements:

The ability to sit for extended periods of time, bend, twist, squat, reach, pull, and climb in and out of van.

Equal Employment:

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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