Van Driver

Description

Starting Pay: Our compensation is competitive within the market. The minimum rate for this position begins at $20.00 per hour, with your final offer based on a combination of your education, relevant experience, and overall qualifications

• $500 — Part-Time (20+ hours/week)

Stay & Earn: Half of your bonus is paid at 90 days
, with the remaining half paid at 180 days
.

At BHA, Drivers are critical in ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of clients, staff, and materials across programs and community locations. This position ensures compliance with all safety, traffic, and organizational protocols while maintaining a respectful, supportive environment for passengers. Drivers serve as front-line representatives of the organization, promoting professionalism, confidentiality, and client-centered care at all times.

Grounded in our Core Values—Safety Through Structure, Compassion in Motion, Reliability That Builds Trust, Excellence in Every Detail, Innovation That Drives Us Forward, Teamwork Fuels the Journey, and Advocacy on the Road—Drivers uphold the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and client-centered care.

This role requires attentiveness, patience, and resilience, with Drivers serving as front-line representatives of BHA in every mile traveled.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including maintaining continuous alertness, providing direct supervision, driving individuals served as required, and administering medications as trained

Drivers implement supports using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), working in close collaboration with Behavioral Clinicians to carry out evidence-based interventions, skill-building programs, and behavior support strategies with fidelity.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of a Missouri Class “E” license with an “S” endorsement, CDL with an “S” endorsement, or an out-of-state equivalent, with clean driving record; ability to maintain driver eligibility under company insurance.
• Prior experience transporting individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, or medical conditions preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of professional driving or transportation support experience preferred.
• Experience transporting individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, or medical conditions preferred.
• Pass a drug screen and physical.

• Strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond appropriately to unexpected situations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail in vehicle inspections, documentation, and client support.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational and time management proficiency.
• Emotional resilience and professionalism in high-pressure situations.
• Training in crisis de-escalation or passenger assistance preferred.
• Knowledge of defensive driving practices and vehicle safety checks preferred.

• Must participate in, prior to hire and annually thereafter, a Human Performance Evaluation conducted by a medical provider of the company’s choosing.
• Must pass all required background checks.
• This position is subject to random and annual drug and alcohol testing and physical.

• Provide safe, timely, and courteous transportation of clients and staff.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections; promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness, ensuring a…