ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Disability Driver Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Coach USA

Bus Driver

New Brunswick, NJ

$23/hr

Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, Life insurance, 401K ... Driver-centered company culture Qualifications: * Class A or B CDL with passenger and air brake ...

CoachUSA

Bus Driver

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$23/hr

Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, Life insurance, 401K ... Driver-centered company culture Qualifications: * Class A or B CDL with passenger and air brake ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsDisability Driver JobsDisability Driver Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

Disability Driver information

See Elizabeth, NJ salary details

$9

$18

$30

How much do disability driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for disability driver in Elizabeth, NJ is $18.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $20.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disability driver?

A Disability Driver is responsible for transporting individuals with disabilities to medical appointments, workplaces, or other destinations safely and comfortably. They assist passengers with mobility challenges, often helping with wheelchair securement and vehicle access. In addition to driving, they ensure adherence to safety regulations and provide excellent customer service. This role requires patience, empathy, and good knowledge of accessible transportation equipment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a disability driver?

As a Disability Driver, your day-to-day responsibilities include safely transporting passengers with disabilities to medical appointments, work, or social engagements while assisting with boarding and exiting the vehicle. You are expected to operate wheelchair-accessible vans or buses, ensure all mobility devices are properly secured, and follow specific routes or schedules. Additionally, Disability Drivers often provide basic assistance, such as helping passengers with seatbelts or communicating with caregivers about any concerns. Maintaining detailed records of trips and reporting any incidents or equipment issues are also important parts of the role, ensuring both passenger safety and service quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disability driver?

To thrive as a Disability Driver, you need a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, knowledge of accessible vehicle operation, and a strong commitment to safety and reliability. Familiarity with wheelchair lifts, securement systems, and GPS routing technology is typically required, and in some regions, specialized certifications like PASS training may be beneficial. Excellent communication, patience, and a customer-focused attitude help drivers build trust and provide supportive service to passengers with disabilities. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring safe, dignified, and seamless transportation experiences for individuals with diverse mobility needs.

What are popular job titles related to Disability Driver jobs in Elizabeth, NJ?

For Disability Driver jobs in Elizabeth, NJ, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Disability Driver jobs in Elizabeth, NJ look for?

The top searched job categories for Disability Driver jobs in Elizabeth, NJ are:

What cities near Elizabeth, NJ are hiring for Disability Driver jobs?

Cities near Elizabeth, NJ with the most Disability Driver job openings:

Disability Driver jobs near you
Infographic showing various Disability Driver job openings in Elizabeth, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,246 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)

Community Options

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Community Options rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

108th of 247 rated social care providers

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are Now Hiring a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional in Brooklyn, NY to provide person-centered care tailored to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional assists the Executive Director in developing and maintaining individual service plans that meet the needs of people with disabilities and state and area
program guidelines.

Starting pay is $23.00/hour 

Responsibilities

  • Develop individual service plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP)
  • Coordinate admission and discharge activities of participants
  • Act as a liaison for area programs with clinical issues
  • Provide support and supervision to Sr. Community Support Staff regarding compliance and clinical guidelines
  • Prepare monthly goal progress notes and billing justification forms
  • Maintain and analyze all incident/accident reports
  • Facilitate selection of clinical consultants, and monitor their activity
  • Coordinate behavioral intervention plans, to include routine and emergency services
  • Monitor medication procedures, administration, and documentation
  • Evaluate participant satisfaction
  • Monitor staff compliance with plan implementation and licensing compliance
  • Evaluate staff performance
  • Employee must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
  • Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and two years’ experience in implementing community-based support service for people with disabilities
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record
  • QIDP qualified
  • Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to set priorities and follow through under time constraints
  • Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with program participants, and other agencies, staff and members of the community
  • Training in Gentle Teaching methods
  • Ability to respond to crisis situations, exercise professional judgement, and use common sense
  • Knowledge of required state operating and reporting guidelines under OPWDD

Working Conditions

  • Work in residential programs, day programs, and in the community
  • Schedule may change due to business needs and may include evening and weekend hours
  • May be required to be on-call in cooperation with other management staff
  • Frequent lifting, stretching, and other physical exertion may be required
  • May be required to transport individuals utilizing your own vehicle or company provided vehicles
  • May be required to lift or move 25+ pounds
  • May assist with wheelchair transfer of non-ambulatory individuals
  • May be exposed to various medical conditions and communicable diseases
  • While performing the duties of the job, employee travels by automobile, utilizing own vehicle, and is exposed to changing weather conditions.

Why Community Options?

  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities

Send resume to: RESUMES-BR@comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

What Community Options employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply