Van Driver - Transportation - Catskill area

Job Description

Job Description

Van Drivers in our Transportation Department in Catskill work split shifts (mornings and afternoons), Monday through Friday, transporting individuals with disabilities. Drivers must exhibit a high degree of competence and responsibility for the safety of passengers being transported.

A high school diploma or GED is desired. A valid New York State Class B or C driver's license with/without Passenger Endorsement, or Class D and a driving record acceptable to The Arc Mid-Hudson and basic computer knowledge are a must. An informative, paid new hire orientation is provided in a comfortable learning environment.

And we offer paid CDL training! New hires will be expected to successfully obtain CDL license with Passenger Endorsement within 90 days of first day of employment.

HOURS: Monday through Friday/morning, afternoon and split shifts available

STARTING SALARY:

$ 21.17 to $ 23.29 per hour for Driver without CDL/Passenger endorsement

$ 23.17 to $ 25.49 per hour for Driver with CDL/Passenger endorsement

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 18 years’ of age with 6-months driving experience.
• Must have a current and acceptable New York State Driver’s License which meets acceptable standards of the agency’s automobile insurance company.
• Currently hold a CDL A, B or C (with a P endorsement) or the ability to acquire. The ability, when necessary, to become Article 19A qualified.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disability preferred.

The Arc Mid-Hudson is a premier non-profit organization and one of the largest employers in the Hudson Valley region, dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities from preschool through adulthood. Our Administrative offices are located in Kingston, NY and we employ over 1,200 staff members across three counties (Ulster, Greene and Putnam) and more than 50 locations, delivering individualized residential, educational, day, clinical, and employment services. Guided by core values of respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence, The Arc Mid-Hudson offers a mission-driven workplace with competitive wages and a comprehensive, generous benefits package including but not limited to paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and tuition assistance.

Company Description

The Arc Mid-Hudson is a premier non-profit organization and one of the largest employers in the Hudson Valley region, dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities from preschool through adulthood. Our Administrative offices are located in Kingston, NY and we employ over 1,200 staff members across three counties (Ulster, Greene and Putnam) and more than 50 locations, delivering individualized residential, educational, day, clinical, and employment services. Guided by core values of respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence, The Arc Mid-Hudson offers a mission-driven workplace with competitive wages and a comprehensive, generous benefits package including but not limited to paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and tuition assistance.\n