Driver

About Sunshine:

Sunshine Communities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Northwest Ohio supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through residential, vocational, clinical, therapeutic, and recreational services. These services are offered in various circumstances including at our Maumee, Ohio campus and at homes within the community. In addition to programs on campus, Sunshine individuals and staff operate in downtown Maumee, Georgette’s Grounds and Gifts, a coffee shop and Sunshine Studios, an art studio space with a fair trade gift store offering classes to individuals and the community.

Qualifications

To work as a Driver at Sunshine, you must love to drive and have a strong interest in supporting others and show compassion and empathy. Reliability and consistency is essential to excelling as a Driver.

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License, good driving record and Auto Insurance
  • 18 years or older
  • Pass criminal background, drug screen and physical
  • Able to lift 60 lbs.
  • Prior Driving experience with Vans or Buses is a plus

Job Details

A Driver will be assigned driving routes and be responsible for picking up and taking home Individuals with Developmental Disabilities to and from vocational sites and jobs while assisting in other duties as needed. Responsibilities include the following:

  • Perform daily pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicles
  • Operate Sunshine vehicles to transport multiple Individuals at a time
  • Maintain order during trip and adhere to safety rules
  • Assist Individuals with On-boarding and Off-boarding safely from the vehicle
  • Follow assigned routes
  • Secure Individuals equipment and wheelchairs on and off the vehicle
  • Complete daily paperwork and monitor maintenance issues
  • Train staff on driving as needed
  • Assist with all duties assigned

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health package (medical/dental/vision/life/disability) for Full-Time staff
  • Bonuses Quarterly
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Training
  • Paid Vacation & Personal Days
  • Access to a Success Coach
  • Interest Free Tuition and Emergency Loans
  • Attendance Incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Training & Advancement through Sunshine U