Access A Ride Paratransit Drivers- (GVCII)
Core
Safely transport community members with disabilities or special needs to and from appointments and errands using 15-passenger buses.
Role type
Paratransit driver (Access-A-Ride)
Builds
Door-to-door transportation service for NYC Access-A-Ride program
Domain
Public transportation / Disability services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Valid driver's license (3+ years), pre-trip/post-trip vehicle inspection, passenger assistance with mobility aids, traffic law compliance, DOT drug testing compliance
Preferred skills
Class C license, ride-share or taxi experience, social work or direct care experience
Responsibilities
Safely transport passengers, supervise boarding/unloading, conduct vehicle inspections, report mechanical issues, communicate with dispatch and passengers, maintain vehicle cleanliness