Van Driver

Department:HUMAN SERVICESCompensation Grade:G14Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $33,529.60 - $52,208.00Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40About Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Full Time BH/DS Van Driver within the Transportation Division. This position will operate a passenger van transporting agency behavioral health and developmental services clients. This position is full-time, 40 hours a week, 8 hours a day Mon-Fri. approx. 8:30am-5:30pm but may vary.Duties:Transport clients safely and in a timely manner to and from their daily activity or employment.Safely load and unload clients giving assistance to individuals who have difficulty with mobility; ensure wheelchairs are properly locked down and secured, and all seatbelts are fastened.Effectively and appropriately handle situations arising from problem client behavior. Complete Incident Report paperwork.Perform comprehensive pre- and post-run inspections to check for damage or safety hazards. Assure that vehicle is locked and secure after each route. Adhere to CDL standards.Promptly and accurately report accidents, equipment damage, client behavioral disruptions, seizures, client.Adhere to the guidelines of the Client Rights Policy.Report to the Supervisor or designee when van needs a PM, state inspection or any other condition which requires service.Ensure that assigned van is cleaned monthly, washing interior and exterior, vacuuming interior cleaning windows, etc; Routine maintenance of vehiclesGas up the vehicle and do not allow the gas gauge to fall below the half-way mark. Check the oil each time they gas up.Report any vehicle problem to the Transportation Coordinator in accordance with internal unit reporting requirements.Complete van mileage reports in a neat, legible fashion daily. Accurately record miles, destinations, and number of clients transported per trip.Accurately tally Mileage reports and turns them into the office daily.Assist with training and mentoring new drivers and orienting them to the client population.Provide prompt and courteous services to all customers of Transportation Services (i.e. clients, Family Members, Contractual Agency, and Departmental program staff).The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid Leave.Additional requirements:DMV Transcript: YesCDL: NoDrug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: NoCPS Check: YesPhysical: YesRespirator: NoPsychological Screening: NoPolygraph: NoAt Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Requires a High School Diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience working with or transporting the behavioral health, developmentally-disabled or substance use population, or working in a helping profession. Experience operating a 15-passenger van or comparable vehicle. A good driving record; OR any combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience equivalent to one (1) year of experience utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be able to work rotating shifts (early mornings/evenings) including weekends and holidays and be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required for positions operating a 16-passenger or higher capacity vehicle. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Alpha I Status: Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status. Successful completion of pre-employment physical. TB test required.Skills:Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, Driver Safety, Physical Disabilities, Vehicle OperationWorking Conditions:There is no working conditions statement for this position at this time.Official Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr