Van Aide

Behavioral Health Allies•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for ensuring the safety and security of BHA clients while transporting them to and from school by performing the following duties including but not limited to: ALL DRIVER AIDE JOBS ARE PART TIME SPLIT SHIFT; 20-25 HOURS PER WEEK MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY SPLIT SHIFT - 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM AND 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

High School/GED required.
1-4 years’ experience as a aide; with developmentally disabled children and/or adults are preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced high performing team environment under strict deadlines.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
A self-directed individual who is a strong leader
Ability to drive when in the field.
Must satisfactorily complete all required trainings.
Be able to pass all background checks, which may include physical, drug screening and licensure.
Follow instructions and responds to management direction; keeps commitments; is consistently at work on time; completes tasks on time
Observe safety and security procedures; determines appropriate actions beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe condition; uses equipment and materials properly
Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations; responds promptly to client needs
Can maintain confidentiality, displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Responsibilities

Follow safety rules as students board and exit van or cross streets near stops.
Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled locations, following strict time schedules.
Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received.
Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
Keep interiors clean for passengers.
Cleaning/Inspecting vehicle.
Ensuring gas is in the vehicle.
Expected to attend various meetings.
Will perform other relevant duties as deemed appropriate by BHA