If you are a person who wants more than just a job, who wants your efforts to have an impact on your community and who wants to work in a welcoming and positive environment, then you are someone we’d like to work with us. Join us!

Seasonal: Monday - Friday,  9:00p- 4:00p. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides safe and timely transportation to and from program sites while maintaining a supportive and positive atmosphere. May also provide support in other areas as assigned.

School Year: Weekdays,  12:00p- 4:00p. 20 Hours per week.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Transports children to and from site, following a preplanned route according to time schedule.
2. Drives bus safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws.
3. Assumes responsibility for safety of children in loading, unloading and transporting them to and from their desired location.
4. Completes thorough before-and-after trip checks each day and records all information. Monitors gas level, mileage, and maintenance on designated forms.  Cleans out bus each day.
5. Promotes safety at all times by keeping first aid supplies fully stocked.
6. Ensures that bus rules are announced and followed.
7. Develops friendly and positive relationships among staff, volunteers, parents, and children.
8. Communicates regularly with other staff members and supervisor.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others. Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma required.
2. At Least 21 years of age.
3. Minimum one year work experience as a driver and a clear driving record.
4. CDL with Passenger B endorsement required.
5. Valid CPR & 1^st Aid Certification
6. Knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles (bus).
7. Certifications required prior to first day: CPR and First Aid.
8. Desire and ability to work with children.
9. Track record of building relationships with staff, volunteers, and parents.
10. Must pass a Level 2 Background Screening. Level 2 is a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to safely drive a bus for long periods of time.
2. Ability to respond to emergency situations.