About CVNL:

Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) is dedicated to advancing nonprofits and volunteerism by strengthening leadership, encouraging innovation, and empowering individuals in our community. CVNL has been building the capacity of volunteers and nonprofits for more than 50 years, and continues to adapt and evolve, leveraging powerful tools and technologies to make it easier for volunteers to engage and for organizations to promote volunteer opportunities.

Care. Connect. Contribute.

The Sonoma County Paratransit (SCPT) Department provides a vital service to the some of the most vulnerable populations in Sonoma County. With care, compassion and sensitivity our Drivers and CSR’s are the frontline workers providing this integral service, connecting our clientele to the community. This contribution to our community is a source of pride for CVNL.

Position Overview

Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership (CVNL) is seeking a Paratransit Driver. Reporting to the Director of Paratransit, the driver is responsible for driving a paratransit vehicle and assisting disabled and elderly clients on and off the vehicle. Drivers will handle clients in wheelchairs and operate wheelchair lifts and ramps on a daily basis. Due to the nature of our services and diverse clientele, Paratransit Driver positions require a flexible schedule. Paratransit Drivers must thrive in compassionately making a difference in the lives of others, communicate with integrity and grace while under pressure, and enjoy working within a team culture. A commercial license is NOT required for this position.

Responsibilities

Assist passengers on and off vehicles

Ensure the safety of disabled or frail clients by providing appropriate physical support

Push, pull and steer large wheelchairs up and down ramps

Operate wheelchair lifts and properly secure wheelchairs in vehicles

Accurately record and maintain paperwork

Communicate using a two-way radio system

Operate a computer tablet

Promptly report vehicle repair needs

Demonstrate a positive, open and support attitude to clients and co-workers

Participate in ongoing staff development for department

Attend and participate in company-wide and departmental staff meetings

Work Environment

Occasionally drive in a variety of road and weather conditions

Frequently work outside

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration

Frequently required to sit, talk and hear

Constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms

Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and walk

Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and push up to 300 pounds (wheelchair clients)

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus

Requirements

Possess a valid State of California Class B or C driver’s license (CDL)

Have an acceptable Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) H-6 report and insurability at normal risk rates

Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving techniques

Ability to safely drive various vehicles under varying weather conditions

Willingness to drive up to 200+ miles per day

Successfully complete a pre-employment Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test and physical

Ongoing compliance with Department of Transportation FTA required drug screening

Successfully complete a safety road test administered by center (post-hire)

Familiarity with geographical area and the ability to read street maps and GPS

Achieve and maintain CPR and First Aid certification

Comfortable operating a tablet and use of basic technology

Sensitivity and compassion for elderly and physically and/or emotionally disabled individuals

Ability to use good judgment and work independently

Flexibility and willingness to work for and with a variety of people

Experience working with elderly and disabled desired

Knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations desired

Volunteer or community service experience desired

Benefits

Vacation: 12 days in year 1, 15 days in year 2, 20 days in year 5.

Sick: 12 Sick days per year

Holidays: 12 days observed.

Health Insurance with base plan 100% covered by employer.

Vision and Dental Insurance.

403B Retirement Plans with 3.5% employer contribution after 12 months.

Staff have regular opportunities to participate in professional development workshops and classes offered at CVNL

Compensation:

The budgeted starting hourly rate that CVNL reasonably expects to pay is $23.53-24.96 depending on prior experience. Up to $30.70/hr with tenure. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, external market comparisons for similar positions in similar geographic locations and size. Offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

CVNL is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications. The Agency policy prohibits unlawful discrimination in any employment decision based on pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religious creed, color, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.