Organization Information:
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands (BGCM), an affiliate with Boys & Girls Clubs of America is a comprehensive out-of-school provider designed to support the most vulnerable youth in the Midlands. Our vision is to provide a world-class Club Experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenship, and living a healthy lifestyle. It is our mission to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, healthy and caring members of society. Safety, Accountability, Positivity, Integrity, Professionalism and Respectfulness are our core values that are embedded in our everyday culture.
Position Summary:
The Van Driver safely transports members over scheduled routes and/or to/from schools and special excursions in a Club vehicle; ensuring vehicle operation is in a safe operating condition; ensuring safety of members during transport, loading and unloading from vans; and assisting with routine club deliveries.
Essential Functions:
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Assists members and other passengers (seating chart – restraints – special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from the vehicles including both emergency situations and normal transport
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Adheres to local and state transportation requirements
- Van maintenance
- Utilizes Club vehicles to transport Club Members to after-school programs and/or field trips while maintaining safety of all
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Inspects vehicle and reports safety hazards and maintenance needs to Club Director
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Completes driver/vehicle checklist. Performs pre and post trip inspections to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle
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Practices safe driving by adhering to speed limits and local traffic regulations
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Passenger Safety: Communicates to passengers' safety rules and expected behavior during travel. Insures passenger numbers do not exceed available seats and vehicle limits; Observes passengers and enforces safety rules entering/leaving the van
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Prepares documentation (daily mileage, van condition report, incident/accident reports, inspection, disciplinary and positive behavior reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
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Monitors all members during transit for the purpose of maintaining order and ensuring the safety of passengers
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Reviews organization's transportation policy and procedure
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Performs first aid as necessary for the purpose of meeting the immediate health care needs of members
Qualifications:
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High School Education or GED
- Must be age 25 years of age or older
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Combined experience and/or formal training equivalent to a minimum of three years driving a van or minibus to safely transport passengers preferably in a city or urban environment
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Able to read and interpret written information
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Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems
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Ability to assist in program areas by giving and following instructions and supervising members in a safe environment
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Must be able to perform basic math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems
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Must be familiar with pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; routes; first aid; two-way radio and/or cell phone communications; utilizing wheelchairs; tie downs, child safety seats, and general safety practices and procedures
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Experience working with and demonstrating compassion and/or sensitivity toward vulnerable populations and individuals with diverse backgrounds present in the organization’s service population, both individually and in groups
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with Club staff, Board members, volunteers, community groups, and other related agencies
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Required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill – based competencies required to satisfactory perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; and operating vans and related equipment
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Must be proficient in the use of Windows, Internet, Microsoft Suite (Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access or other database software proficiency), Zoom or other Virtual Meeting platforms, and Google Platform (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Ability to earn and maintain mandatory CPR & First aid certification within 6 months of hire
- Safe driving record as documented by a clean three - year MVR
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Maintain a valid driver’s license and meet eligibility requirements to drive a BGCM vehicle
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Must be able to pass a drug test, criminal and driving records investigation
- The ability to read and write is necessary to complete reports and properly document program and organizational data
- Must have reliable transportation to get to sites or meetings
- Must have regular and reliable attendance
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
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Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources
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Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology
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Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and customer services. This includes customer/client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
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English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
- Psychology — Basic knowledge of human behavior and performance, learning and motivation; Demonstrates an understanding of individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
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Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective organizational security operations for the protection of people, data, property
