Bus/Van Driver

POSITION

Proudworks is seeking a Bus/Van Driver to safely transport passengers to medical appointments and designated locations while following all traffic laws and transit regulations. This role is essential in assisting passengers with disabilities during boarding and ensuring everyone arrives on time according to our standard guidelines. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment on the road and follow all appropriate timetables referenced in the Proudworks standard of conduct guidelines while on duty. This role will require split shift work schedules for full time status. Part time shifts will be available for non-emergency medical runs.

JOB DUTIES

• Operate vans, buses, or other company vehicles safely for client and employee transportation.
• Research and plan routes to account for traffic, weather conditions, and road construction.
• Maintain assigned vehicles according to established maintenance procedures and submit all repair slips to the coordinator.
• Ensure the vehicle’s appearance is clean, inside and out, by vacuuming, mopping, and washing as assigned.
• Enforce passenger regulations, including the strict policy against smoking, eating, or drinking inside the vehicle.
• Document all vehicle logs accurately, including mileage, trip purposes, and gas or oil usage.
• Drive in a safe, responsible, and courteous manner toward other drivers, passengers, and aides.
• Access office filing cabinets and machinery as needed to complete administrative tasks.
• Maintain a clean driving record free of accidents, citations, or incidents that could impact insurability.
• Notify the Transportation Manager immediately of any accidents or traffic citations received.
• Interact with others professionally, showing dignity, respect, and courtesy while following specific program plans.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly so that all passengers and staff members can understand.
• Exchange accurate information with the coordinator regarding client behavior or program needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required within the transportation department.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school education or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• At least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely
• Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find locations
• Time management and organizational skills to stay on schedule
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients
• Physical stamina and good upper body strength to transport, move or assist clients with disabilities. Drivers must be able to bend, crouch, squat, and be able to push wheelchairs without restriction.
• Ability to be licensed and or certified as needed for areas of responsibility.
• Physical stamina and strong mobility to clean vehicle as needed and assist all passengers as needed Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 80% of the time with approximately 20% of time spent assisting passengers on and off the vehicles.
• Full time will require 30+ hours worked each week.

ABOUT PROUDWORKS

Proudworks has been serving individuals and businesses in Northern Kentucky since 1973, initially established as the Boone Adult Work Activity Center (BAWAC), led by our founding President & CEO, Ken Schmidt. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we are focused on transforming barriers into opportunities—helping people live, learn, work, and thrive in the community.

Through our Community Rehabilitation Services (Adult Day Training), we support individuals in building job & life skills, confidence, and meaningful community connections. Our Supported Employment program connects individuals to competitive jobs, providing personalized coaching and ongoing support to help them succeed in the workplace.

Our Production department partners with local and regional businesses to deliver high-quality assembly, packaging, and fulfillment work—creating valuable, real-world work experiences for people with disabilities. In addition, our Transportation team provides safe, reliable access to programs, employment, and medical appointments, helping remove one of the biggest barriers to independence.

For more than 52 years, Proudworks has continued to evolve to meet the needs of our community—driven by a commitment to inclusion, opportunity, and impact, and made possible through the dedication of our clients, staff, partners, and supporters.

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off policy
• Generous holiday schedule

Equal Opportunity Employment
Proudworks and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.