YMCA Calomiris Driver

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Position: Driver Salary: $17.50 per hour

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.

About the Job

The YMCA is currently seeking a dedicated and responsible driver to transport children to and from school as part of our Before and After School program. The ideal candidate will prioritize the safety and well-being of the children in their care at all times.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport children to and from school according to assigned schedules
• Ensure all passengers are properly seated and wearing seatbelts
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the vehicle
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and YMCA staff as needed
• Adhere to all traffic laws and YMCA policies and procedures
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report any maintenance issues

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
• Willingness to undergo background check and drug screening

Schedule

• Part-time position, Monday-Friday mornings and afternoons
• Additional hours may be available for field trips and special events

Benefits

• Did you know that just for being a YMCA employee you get great benefits and discounts from banks, credit unions, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, Dell, Veterinary Pet Insurance, supplemental (AFLAC, ALLSTATE, Vision Care, LegalShield) and even Zip Car!
• The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits, including employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service or 1000 hours compensated time in each of those two years
• 403(b) savings plan
• high quality and affordable healthcare
• free YMCA membership for employee, spouse and dependents
• paid time off/sick leave
• numerous professional development opportunities.