Van Driver

The CHS Harrisburg Center Part‑Time Van Driver is an individual passionate about child safety. The Driver, together with a teacher or monitor on the van, is responsible for ensuring that children are transported to and from the Harrisburg Center safely. The Driver reports to the School Operations Manager and provides a risk and issue report. The vehicle must remain safe and clean for children, and the Driver must manage car‑seats and booster seats, adjusting and inspecting them regularly to maintain proper safety standards.

This 20‑hour per week role starts at approximately $14.00 per hour, based on experience.

• Driving children under 5 years old to and from the Harrisburg Center along with a teacher or van monitor
• Being punctual in arrivals and departures
• Performing Center Vehicle evacuation drills as scheduled
• Keeping vehicles clean inside and outside at all times
• Maintaining a safe environment for children while transporting them by following rules, laws, and regulations
• Creating a positive environment during transportation in accordance with proper vehicle conduct guidelines
• Discharging children to an appropriate representative during drop‑off
• Attending in‑service trainings and staff meetings as required
• Ensuring up to date certifications, licenses, and paperwork as required by CHS, PA, and the DMV
• Maintaining basic knowledge of vehicle operation and maintenance
• Conducting vehicle safety inspections using the Center Driver's daily inspection form
• Keeping driver logs current as needed
• Completing activity logs
• Exhibiting positive relations towards children and faculty when responding to questions and communications
• Other duties as assigned (e.g., food/supply transportation, receiving/storing of goods, etc.)

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications or ability to get certified upon hire
• Valid PA Driver's license
• Recertification on CPS Certification required every two (2) years
• NHTSA Certification
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities
• Responsible, enthusiastic, and caring about working in a mission‑focused organization
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low‑income families (preferred)
• Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
• Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
• Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered role models for children
• U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre‑employment background checks and clearances

• Job Type: Part‑time
• Pay: $14.00 per hour
• Expected hours: 20 per week
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday
• Relocate to Harrisburg, PA before starting work (required)
• Work Location:
  
  In person