Wheelchair Van Drivers

Job Description

Job Description

Lifetime Assistance – Wheelchair Van Driver
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview:

Job Title: Wheelchair Van Driver
Location: Rochester, NY (various service locations)
Department: Transportation
Reports To: Transportation Coordinator

Schedule Overview:

• Hours: 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday; Weekends OFF)

• Shift Window: Split availability required between 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (exact hours depend on route needs).

• Meetings: Mandatory bi-monthly team meetings (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) with 2 weeks' advance notice provided.

Starting Wage: $18.42 per hour

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• Welcome Bonus: Drivers are eligible for $1,000 welcome bonus.
• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.
• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Safely operate agency vehicles on assigned routes while adhering to traffic laws and agency policies.
• Conduct and document pre-trip inspections; report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Ensure vehicles are fueled, clean, and properly equipped with safety tools.
• Assist individuals with boarding, exiting, and securing mobility devices (e.g., wheelchairs).
• Provide a comfortable, respectful, and supportive environment for all passengers.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, trip logs, and incident reports.
• Communicate effectively with program participants, staff, caregivers, and families.
• Complete required trainings and certifications; assist with route coverage and ongoing training.

What You Bring:

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. One year of professional driving experience, including school bus driving and transporting elderly individuals, children, and people with disabilities.
• Licensure: Valid NYS driver’s license; must meet Lifetime Assistance’s vehicle operator requirements.
• Certifications: Ability to complete agency-provided training and safety certifications.
• Skills: Strong awareness of safety protocols, effective communication, and a professional, dependable demeanor.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/move up to 35 pounds, assist individuals with mobility needs, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Other Requirements: Must pass all required background checks and clearances (e.g., SCR, Fingerprinting, SEL, MHL).

Our Mission & Culture:

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re reliable, compassionate, and ready to make a difference, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us