Amikids Manatee

Position Summary

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, professional and supervised transportation to and from program activities, student homes and other assigned locations. The Driver may be required to drive assigned vehicles for scheduled special event(s) and/or unforeseen Institute requirements. At all times, the Driver's primary concerns are the safety, proper supervision and positive role modeling for our youth.

Essential Job Duties

• Transports youth to and from the Institute and its activities in a safe, timely and professional manner obeying all traffic laws and regulations and adhering to safe/defensive driving procedures.
• Maintains required driver's license with appropriate endorsements including CDL, if required, in good standing according to Institute policies and insurance carrier requirements.
• Enforces the Transportation Policy and all relevant Institute policies, rules and procedures.
• Operates Institute vehicles professionally and courteously, always acting as a positive role model for youth during the operation of the vehicle.
• Ensures the proper supervision of youth and the safe boarding and debarking.
• May oversee day trips and special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance and equipment relocation.
• May participate in overnight trips and occasional weekend trips that may require sleeping in tents, boats, institutes, etc. under varying weather conditions and that may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status.
• Administers first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with National standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor(s),

• Assist with special projects and other duties as needed.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• HS Diploma or Equivalency,
• Current DOT Medical Examination Certificate (for applicable roles/programs)

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time Team Members including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.