Program Driver/Support Staff

Seaspar•Downers Grove, IL

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a part-time job with a purpose and an opportunity to be a driver recreational programs for people with special needs? Look no further than SEASPAR! We are a special recreation association, which is like a park district just for people with disabilities. We serve thirteen communities in eastern DuPage and southern Cook counties, and our home base is in Downers Grove. We offer recreational programming specifically for children and adults with special needs, and we're looking for kind and energetic people from all backgrounds to help our participants learn, grow, and most importantly have fun! Why work at SEASPAR? We offer flexible hours during days, evenings, and weekends! Interested? Read on for position details, then apply to become a member of Team SEASPAR today! Summary: Responsible for providing program transportation of participants/staff during program hours and assisting in program implementation, supervision, safety of SEASPAR participants, property, equipment, and monies while working community-based recreation programs.

Requirements

21 years of age or older and able to perform the job functions independently of others.
Hold a valid driver's license.
Pass drug screening and provide a drivers abstract.
Meet SEASPAR driving standards which include:
May not have revoked or suspended license within the last 24 months.
May not have more than two moving violations (convictions) within the past 12 months.
May not have more than three moving violations (convictions) within the past 24 months
Able to provide timely and safe transportation services.
Minium of one year of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities.
Availability to commit to assigned work times.

Responsibilities

Drive 14-passenger accessible vehicle for programs while safely transporting participants of varying ages and abilities.
Follow all vehicle/driving laws and regulations.
Adhere to program lesson plan and transportation schedule.
Safely load and unload individuals in wheelchairs in and out of vehicles, which includes properly securing the wheelchair to the vehicle and ensuring the participant is secure in their chair.
Pay strict attention to housekeeping of vehicles.
Complete, maintain, or submit vehicle/driver paperwork.
Proactively respond to situations and communicate all vehicle incidents or concerns to Safety Coordinator.
Complete and attend assigned driver trainings.
Use judgment to effectively make decisions and solve problems.
Assist in the implementation of recreation activities for individuals with disabilities while providing appropriate attention to participants in all situations.
Work with full-time staff, part-time leaders, program support staff, volunteers, parents, community partners, member entity staff, and individuals with special needs.
Interpret and use knowledge of the physical, mental, and medical limitations of participants to the benefit of the program.
Adapt activities, rules, equipment and/or supplies as needed to ensure quality participation and the most independent participation possible.
Manage assigned group or individual.
Be alert and responsive to health and safety needs of the participants and staff.
Read, understand, and abide by all SEASPAR policies and procedures.
Regular and predictable on-site attendance.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Motivate staff and participants – initiate success.
Attend all job-related seasonal orientations, in-services, conferences, and workshops as directed by supervisor.
Act as an advocate for the participant when necessary.
Be dependable and punctual.
Encourage participation and development of friendships with other participants in the program.