Driver (CDL with Passenger Endorsement required)

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Matheny Medical and Educational Center has a career opportunity available for a Full Time Driver. This position operates Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Full Time qualified candidates who are hired will receive a Signing Bonus of $1,500.00. ($750.00 payable after completion of six months of continuous employment and the remaining $750.00 after completion of 1 year of continuous employment).

Duties of this position include:

• Addresses the needs of the Matheny client/students in an age/gender appropriate manner.
• Provides transportation for Matheny and/or group home residents to day programs, medical trips, school trips and social/recreational trips
• Adheres to the guidelines of the Matheny Transit Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Drives Matheny-owned and transit-assigned vehicles to state inspection stations as required.
• Cleans vehicles during downtime in the department.
• Completes daily vehicle pre-trip inspection checklist and reports any visible damage or unsafe vehicle condition ASAP to the Transportation Dept. Manager.
• Assists Transportation Manager with departmental tasks as requested.
• Delivers and picks up vehicles for repair or service maintenance.
• Verifies expiration dates on vehicle First Aid and Bodily Fluid Spill Clean Up Kit and cleaning/disinfecting products on a daily basis and records on vehicle pre-trip inspection, ensuring they are properly stocked.
• Spray and wipe vehicle touch areas between each trip with approved disinfectant spray and wipes.
• Provides basic care services for students/residents during trips as required.
• Occasionally assists with a variety of tasks within the community residence during downtime as assigned by the Group Home Manager.
• Regular or consistent assignments beyond the scope of driving will be authorized by the Transportation Manager.
• Works flexible hours as determined by the Transportation Manager.

Enriching Lives. Growing Abilities

Matheny is a special hospital for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Matheny’s mission is to provide exceptional care and an optimal quality of life for children and adults with special needs and medically complex developmental disabilities. Founded by Walter and Marquerite Matheny in 1951, the Matheny of today is a pioneer in providing fully integrated, personalized care and education that respects each person's dignity and encourages their highest potential. At Matheny, we focus on abilities in a warm and nurturing environment.

Our fully-accredited non-profit private school combines traditional academics with therapeutic intervention and pre-vocational skill development. Our Adult Services Program includes seven licensed community residences/group homes and two adult learning centers. Staffed by experienced therapists and instructors, the program supports adult patients as they attain their highest level of functioning and integration into the community. Matheny's Arts Access program empowers individuals with disabilities to create art without boundaries. Through the use of innovative communication systems, the artists have complete freedom to explore a world that is defined only by their unlimited creativity and unique self-expression.

Desired Qualities of a Driver:

• Respect
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Compassion

Incentives for joining the Matheny team:

• Paid Training
• Staff Appreciation events
• Health and Wellness fairs
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Diversity events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• For Full Time employees, Matheny offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical/dental, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, tax deferred retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The salary scale for this position is $25 to $27 per hour.

Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Matheny Medical and Educational Center. Candidates should check for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Requirements/Licensure/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or GED requiredValid Driver’s License required.
• Must possess a Valid Commercial Driver’s License CDL C with Passenger endorsement.
• Patient Assisted Safety and Sensitivity (PASS) Certification preferred.

PM22

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time
Location NJ, Peapack
DOCUMENT UPLOAD None Specified

Compensation details: 25-27 Hourly Wage

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