Non‑Commercial Program Driver - Adult Day Services - M-F

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Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services such as early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for people with disabilities.

Non-Commercial Program Driver, Adult Day Services

Riverside, California

Full-time – Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Available to work outside program hours for special events. No weekends or evenings.

• Hourly starting rate of $21.00 per hour plus full benefits
• CPR/First Aid certification provided for Adult Day Services
• Eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) program; tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year; student loan counseling; 15 days paid time off; and 11 paid holidays
• Career path opportunities
• Work/life balance and supportive work culture

Provides safe and reliable transportation services for adults with disabilities to and from designated locations.

• Safely operate non‑commercial vehicles in accordance with all traffic laws, California Vehicle Code requirements, and ESSC policies
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness
• Operate vehicles with a maximum passenger capacity of nine (9) individuals; driver counted as the tenth occupant
• Operate paratransit vans with a gross vehicle weight of up to 10,000 pounds
• Transport passengers to assigned program sites on a daily basis and during scheduled outings as required
• Ensure the health and safety of passengers by following all ESSC safety standards and California Vehicle Code policy and procedures
• Maintain accurate pre‑use inspection logs, safety documentation, and daily mileage records
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, injuries or safety concerns to the supervisor
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment for passengers at all times
• Perform other related duties as assigned based on program needs

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Valid Class C driver's license
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification (obtained through Adult Day Services hiring)
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required California Highway Patrol (CHP) driver certification (VDDP) within 4 months of employment

• Experience operating multi‑passenger vehicles with a weight capacity of up to 10,000 lbs.
• Preferred: at least 2 years of experience in non‑commercial paratransit operations

• Pass required background checks and fingerprint clearance through Community Care Licensing, if program‑required
• Successfully complete behind‑the‑wheel training and skills assessment within 4 months of employment
• Communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, with all levels of staff and the general public
• Demonstrate sound judgment and decision‑making in safety‑sensitive situations
• Interpret and implement all policies, procedures, and safety regulations
• Strong working knowledge of GPS systems and route navigation
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds repetitively
• Ability to walk, stoop, stand, kneel for extended periods of time
• Ability to push/pull wheelchair on a variety of terrain
• Pass post‑offer medical examinations as required

• Carrying/Lifting: frequent, up to 70 lbs.
• Standing: frequent, up to 4 hours per day
• Sitting: occasional, up to 3 hours per day
• Walking: frequent, up to 4 hours per day
• Travel: yes
• Repetitive motion/activity: walking, stooping, standing, kneeling for extended periods
• Visual acuity: view computer monitor and read newsprint
• Environmental exposure: constant exposure to unpleasant or hazardous conditions (noise, heat, dust, bodily fluids, etc.) indoor/outdoor environment