Youth Driver/Transporter - Full Time (Gresham)

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW•Gresham, OR

10d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

NARA Northwest is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and safety-focused Driver/Transporter to support youth ages 12–18 receiving residential treatment services. The role provides safe, timely transportation to medical, legal, behavioral health, educational, and community appointments throughout the Portland metro area, as well as transportation for events and cultural activities. No special licensing is required. The Driver/Transporter coordinates transportation schedules, adapts to changing requests, maintains transportation and mileage records, and helps keep company vehicles safe, clean, and operational. The position includes weekly vehicle inspections and minor vehicle maintenance, with training provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional weekends or after-hours work as requested; overtime is available. NARA NW provides education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that are culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need. The organization has more than 450 employees across programs including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives. Employees must comply with NARA NW’s sobriety policies, including refraining from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse on and off the job, and modeling alcohol sobriety. Employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, must sign the Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment. Qualified Native Americans are given hiring preference in accordance with the Indian Preference Act. NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Active auto insurance.
Good driving record, with no more than one accident in the past three years.
Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it upon hire.
Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening, including screening for marijuana.
Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks.
Agreement to comply with NARA NW drug-free/alcohol-free workplace and modeling sobriety policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth.
Professional driving or transportation experience.
Experience working within Native American and/or Alaska Native communities.

Responsibilities

Safely transport youth clients to appointments and activities.
Provide transportation for events and cultural activities, including occasional transportation outside standard business hours.
Maintain professional interactions with youth and families.
Coordinate transportation schedules and calendars.
Adapt to changing transportation requests throughout the day.
Conduct weekly vehicle inspections, including checking oil and fluid levels, tire pressure and condition, lights, and vehicle safety features.
Perform minor vehicle maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs or fuses; training is provided.
Maintain transportation records and mileage documentation.
Clean and sanitize company vehicles.
Assist with other program needs as requested.

Benefits

15 paid holidays, including the employee’s birthday.
13 paid days of sick time.
13 paid days of PTO; vacation accrual increases with years of service to a maximum of 26 days.
Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance through Kaiser Permanente, for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
$50,000 life insurance and AD&D.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Flexible Spending Account.
Health Spending Account.
401(k) with 4% match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Inclement weather days (snow days).
Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility through NARA NW’s status as a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit and FQHC.