Bus Driver at YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

Bonita Springs, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safe Transportation, Child Supervision, Effective Communication, Problem Solving, Patience, Understanding, Respect, Discipline, Time Management, Confidentiality, Positive Attitude, Self-Starter, High Energy, Compassion, Driving Skills, Adherence to Policies

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Bus Driver will be responsible for providing safe, reliable, courteous and efficient transportation service for our program participants. Transports children and staff to schools, field trips, and other locations as approved by the Director and provide supervision and direction to children. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Exemplifies appropriate behavior and is a role model for participants; actively listens to all children and shows patience, understanding, and respect for others. Instructs and guides participants through the rules of riding the bus and ensures adherence; disciplines children within established guidelines of the YMCA and parent, and only when appropriate. Immediately reports all unusual incidents or accidents to the Transportation Coordinator Will appear clean, neat, and appropriately attired in accordance with the Association’s Policy on personal appearance Will adhere to all policies as stated in the SKY Family YMCA Handbook Exercises effective problem solving techniques, tackles issues directly and makes timely decisions based upon logical conclusions of factual information Completes work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner Nothing in this job description restricts management’s job to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time Able to prioritize and meet deadlines Able to maintain confidentiality Positive attitude Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department. All other duties as required necessary. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: 2+ years of experience transporting children highly desirable Must possess a valid and active driver's license (Commercial Driver’s License required). Ability to meet federal/state/company driving standards (may include license verification, drugtesting and driver's test. Must meet motor vehicle records clearance requirements. Must be at least 21 years of age. Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy Must meet all health requirements as required by licensing. Understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official questions, and be able to makelegible entries on reports and records. Be able to drive the vehicle safely. Ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff. Excellent verbal and communication skills Must have compassion for and desire to work with children. CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: CDL License Required School Bus and Passenger Endorsements required

Responsibilities

The Bus Driver is responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation for program participants, including children and staff. They must also supervise and guide children while ensuring adherence to bus rules and reporting any incidents.