Gene Slay's Girls & Boys Club is seeking a Youth Transport Driver to join our dynamic team and play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient transportation of members during our upcoming Afterschool program!
Mission: The mission of Gene Slay’s Girls & Boys Club (GSGBC) is to empower girls and boys in the St. Louis metropolitan area, especially those who need us most, to realize their physical, intellectual, and emotional potential.
Vision: We aspire to help youth build strong, supportive relationships that allow them to safely explore and discover new skills, ideas and opportunities to reach their fullest potential.
Values: Deep Appreciation, Tailored Support, Social and Emotional Growth, Strong Relationships, Collaborations, Critical Thinking and Family Partnerships.
Organization Description:Since 2018, GSGBC has embraced trauma-informed care in its operations and service delivery to members and their families. Drawing from models like the Sanctuary Model, Missouri Model, and Conscious Discipline, the organization integrates trauma-informed principles into its culture and practices. Staff receive training to understand the impacts of trauma and effectively address related behaviors. The Conscious Discipline Model emphasizes safety, connection, and problem-solving, enhancing support for children’s emotional and behavioral needs. GSGBC is committed to fostering a supportive, empowering environment where members and families can thrive.
GSGBC offers afterschool and summer programming for youth ages 5-16, serving more than 700 youth annually. GSGBC supports youth development and holistic health with programs that include: Academics, Athletics, Character Building, Healthy Living, College & Career Readiness and The Arts. The Afterschool Program runs August through May, 2:30pm-7:30pm, a Summer Camp is offered June through July, 8:00 am-5:00 pm.
SCHEDULE, LOCATION:
During Afterschool (August – May), driver will typically work between the hours of 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. During Summer Camp (June – July), Drivers typically work 8:30 am and 1:00 pm Monday through Thursday. This position is located at our Soulard Campus (2524 S. 11th St., 63104).
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
· Transport children to and from school, field trips and other destinations
· Ensure the safety of all students and any other passengers on the van
· Observe and obey all relevant traffic and safety laws
· Arrive at collection points prior to departure times
· Confirm that all passengers are present, and record any no-shows
· Ensure adherence to passenger limits
· Avoid high-traffic and accident-prone routes, where possible
· Separate physical fights and calm verbal altercations, as needed
· Submit incident report of any incidents to your supervisor upon completion of route
· Check that passengers disembark at the correct destinations, and in a timely manner
· Assist students with getting on and off the van as needed
· Maintain a clean and mechanically sound van at all times
· Perform inspections of the van before and after each route
· Ensure the van is fueled at the end of the day
· Report any accidents, mechanical or other issues with the van to your supervisor immediately
· Transport supplies or equipment to and from sites as needed
· Pick-up supplies from vendors as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or certificate of high school completion, required
- Valid driver’s license, required
- Clean driving record, required
- Outstanding knowledge of applicable transport and safety codes
- Previous experience driving groups of people, required
- Previous experience working with kids, preferred
- Working knowledge of pertinent car maintenance and restoration techniques
- Ability to work flexible hours
- The ability to problem-solve and process through critical thinking
- Must pass the health and employment requirements set by Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services as a condition of employment
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a vehicle.
· Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25–50 lbs when transporting supplies, equipment, or assisting students.
· Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach when assisting students on and off the van and during vehicle inspections.
· Ability to walk around the vehicle to conduct pre‑ and post‑trip safety inspections.
· Adequate vision and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) to safely operate a motor vehicle, monitor student behavior, and observe road conditions.
· Ability to respond quickly and safely to student behavioral incidents, including separating physical altercations if needed.
· Manual dexterity to operate vehicle controls and complete required documentation.
· Ability to work in varying weather conditions during loading/unloading, fueling, and inspections.
· Must meet all health and employment requirements established by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Work Location: In person
