Bridgewell Jobs (3)

Bridgewell strengthens communities by providing an unmatched range of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives.

Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education and employment training.

We're committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities.

Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings in response to unmet or emerging needs.

Our employees take pride in making everyday count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of people we support, and they bring energy, ideas and a passion for service.

Does this describe you? Then please consider joining our incredible team!

Schedule : Monday-Friday (40 hours) Schedules vary based on business needs.

The position : Full time Drivers needed! Duties include transporting individuals with disabilities safely to and from day service and residences on morning and afternoon transportation routes.

Other duties during the day include working in and providing support to Transportation, Day or Residential service as needed.

Duties may include direct care in day or residential programs to fill vacancies or provide additional staffing support, transportation for individuals on errands / appointments, and general transportation duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Safely transport persons served to assigned programs and locations, following procedures and protocols in place related to routes and timeframes.

Assist passengers in entering and exiting the vehicle from outside the vehicle making certain all passengers are monitored for safe arrival at their destination.

Assure all passengers have properly secured seatbelts and / or are properly secured in their wheelchairs (if applicable).

• Interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with passengers, family members, staff and others while ensuring a positive passenger experience for those in your care.
• Be familiar with any conditions or behavioral issues that any passenger may have to be able to assist them.
• Operate the vehicle and vehicle equipment at all times within all federal, state and local laws and in a manner that ensures the safety of passengers.
• Have working knowledge of routes and locations of all houses, day facilities and emergency locations and report any issues to management related to route obstructions that impact services.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance including but not limited to routine cleaning exterior and interior of vehicles and weather specific needs (ie.

winter snow removal). Complete safety inspections and obtain yearly vehicle state inspections.

• Ensure emergency fact sheets for all passengers, route schedules and written directions are present and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.
• Complete vehicle safety checklist prior to beginning your assigned route. Ensure signage in rear windows reflects accurate occupancy status at beginning and end of routes.

Complete attendance and mileage sheet after completion of each route and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.

• Immediately notify dispatcher and / or your supervisor of any variance in route time exceeding 15 minutes.
• Maintain all required certifications (i.e. First Aid, CPR, Driver's Safety, PABC Tier 1, etc).
• Work with persons served in a variety of program settings including day, residential and others as assigned and participate in all programmatic duties, including personal care when necessary
• Complete any administrative duties as assigned for Transportation and / or any other program assigned.
• Complete incident reports, as required, in accordance with the Bridgewell Incident Reporting Policy and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education / Experience :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 19 years of age or older, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have a valid MA or neighboring state driver's license and, per MART regulations, maintain a satisfactory driving record history with no egregious violations and no more than 3 moving violations in the last ten years.

Required Skills / Knowledge :

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with individuals, residential staff, parents, and facility staff.
• Basic computer skills

Required Background Check :

• Requires acceptable annual CORI according to Bridgewell policy and a fingerprint-based national criminal background check per DDS regulations and policies.
• A Drug Screen and physical must be conducted as soon as possible after a successful interview; regular employment is contingent upon acceptable results according to Bridgewell policy.
• An annual driving record history will be verified and results are subject to MART approval based on regulations and annual MART audits.

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must be able to lift and / or move a minimum of 20 but preferred up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to drive a 12 passenger van and / or a handicap accessible van and manually operate the lift when necessary.
• Must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses.
• Must have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.

Bridgewell Offers :

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive
• Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off!)
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and professional development

Why Should You Apply : If top benefits alone don't sway you, then our compassionate and collaborative work environment should! Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides the opportunities for you to have a positive impact in the work you do.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requires acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Bridgewell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will

receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Bridgewell strengthens communities by providing an unmatched range of social and human services that empower people with disabilities and other life challenges to live safe, self-directed and productive lives.

Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education and employment training.

We're committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities.

Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings in response to unmet or emerging needs.

Our employees take pride in making everyday count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of people we support, and they bring energy, ideas and a passion for service.

Does this describe you? Then please consider joining our incredible team!

Summary : As a Driver / Generalist, driver duties include transporting individuals safely to and from day service and residences on morning and afternoon transportation routes.

Generalist duties include working in and providing support to Transportation, Day or Residential service as needed. Duties may include direct care in day or residential programs to fill vacancies or provide additional staffing support, transportation for individuals on errands / appointments, and general transportation duties.

Schedule : 40 hours per week; schedule varies

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Safely transport persons served to assigned programs and locations, following procedures and protocols in place related to routes and timeframes.

Assist passengers in entering and exiting the vehicle from outside the vehicle making certain all passengers are monitored for safe arrival at their destination.

Assure all passengers have properly secured seatbelts and / or are properly secured in their wheelchairs (if applicable).

• Interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with passengers, family members, staff and others while ensuring a positive passenger experience for those in your care.
• Be familiar with any conditions or behavioral issues that any passenger may have to be able to assist them.
• Operate the vehicle and vehicle equipment at all times within all federal, state and local laws and in a manner that ensures the safety of passengers.
• Have working knowledge of routes and locations of all houses, day facilities and emergency locations and report any issues to management related to route obstructions that impact services.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance including but not limited to routine cleaning exterior and interior of vehicles and weather specific needs (ie.

winter snow removal). Complete safety inspections and obtain yearly vehicle state inspections.

• Ensure emergency fact sheets for all passengers, route schedules and written directions are present and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.
• Complete vehicle safety checklist prior to beginning your assigned route. Ensure signage in rear windows reflects accurate occupancy status at beginning and end of routes.

Complete attendance and mileage sheet after completion of each route and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.

• Immediately notify dispatcher and / or your supervisor of any variance in route time exceeding 15 minutes.
• Maintain all required certifications (i.e. First Aid, CPR, Driver's Safety, PABC Tier 1, etc).
• Work with persons served in a variety of program settings including day, residential and others as assigned and participate in all programmatic duties, including personal care when necessary
• Complete any administrative duties as assigned for Transportation and / or any other program assigned.
• Complete incident reports, as required, in accordance with the Bridgewell Incident Reporting Policy and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education / Experience :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 19 years of age or older, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have a valid MA or neighboring state driver's license and, per MART regulations, maintain a satisfactory driving record history with no egregious violations and no more than 3 moving violations in the last ten years.

Required Skills / Knowledge :

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with individuals, residential staff, parents, and facility staff.
• Basic computer skills

Required Background Check :

• Requires acceptable annual CORI according to Bridgewell policy and a fingerprint-based national criminal background check per DDS regulations and policies.
• A Drug Screen and physical must be conducted as soon as possible after a successful interview; regular employment is contingent upon acceptable results according to Bridgewell policy.
• An annual driving record history will be verified and results are subject to MART approval based on regulations and annual MART audits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to enter and exit a vehicle, and sit for extended periods of time if in traffic or during transit.
• The employee must be able to lift and / or move a minimum of 20 but preferred up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to drive a 12 passenger van and / or a handicap accessible van and manually operate the lift when necessary.
• Must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses.
• Must have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.

Bridgewell Offers :

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive
• Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off!)
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and professional development

Why Should You Apply : If top benefits alone don't sway you, then our compassionate and collaborative work environment should! Bridgewell is committed to training and developing staff and provides the opportunities for you to have a positive impact in the work you do.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requires acceptable CORI results according to Bridgewell policy.

Bridgewell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will

receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

• Lynn, MA, USA
• 15.88-17.78 per hour
• Hourly
• Full Time

Bridgewell delivers support through community housing, day programs, outpatient treatment, recovery services, education and employment training.

We're committed to helping people in need, from those with autism to people with substance use disorders, become engaged members of their communities.

Bridgewell is also the industry leader in developing innovative offerings in response to unmet or emerging needs.

Our employees take pride in making everyday count to its fullest. They are committed to adding value to the lives of people we support, and they bring energy, ideas and a passion for service.

Does this describe you? Then please consider joining our incredible team!

Schedule : Monday-Friday (40 hours) Schedules vary based on business needs.

The position : Full time Drivers needed! Duties include transporting individuals with disabilities safely to and from day service and residences on morning and afternoon transportation routes.

Other duties during the day include working in and providing support to Transportation, Day or Residential service as needed.

Duties may include direct care in day or residential programs to fill vacancies or provide additional staffing support, transportation for individuals on errands / appointments, and general transportation duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Safely transport persons served to assigned programs and locations, following procedures and protocols in place related to routes and timeframes.

Assist passengers in entering and exiting the vehicle from outside the vehicle making certain all passengers are monitored for safe arrival at their destination.

Assure all passengers have properly secured seatbelts and / or are properly secured in their wheelchairs (if applicable).

• Interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with passengers, family members, staff and others while ensuring a positive passenger experience for those in your care.
• Be familiar with any conditions or behavioral issues that any passenger may have to be able to assist them.
• Operate the vehicle and vehicle equipment at all times within all federal, state and local laws and in a manner that ensures the safety of passengers.
• Have working knowledge of routes and locations of all houses, day facilities and emergency locations and report any issues to management related to route obstructions that impact services.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance including but not limited to routine cleaning exterior and interior of vehicles and weather specific needs (ie.

winter snow removal). Complete safety inspections and obtain yearly vehicle state inspections.

• Ensure emergency fact sheets for all passengers, route schedules and written directions are present and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.
• Complete vehicle safety checklist prior to beginning your assigned route. Ensure signage in rear windows reflects accurate occupancy status at beginning and end of routes.

Complete attendance and mileage sheet after completion of each route and report any issues to dispatcher and / or your supervisor immediately.

• Immediately notify dispatcher and / or your supervisor of any variance in route time exceeding 15 minutes.
• Maintain all required certifications (i.e. First Aid, CPR, Driver's Safety, PABC Tier 1, etc).
• Work with persons served in a variety of program settings including day, residential and others as assigned and participate in all programmatic duties, including personal care when necessary
• Complete any administrative duties as assigned for Transportation and / or any other program assigned.
• Complete incident reports, as required, in accordance with the Bridgewell Incident Reporting Policy and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education / Experience :

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 19 years of age or older, with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Must have a valid MA or neighboring state driver's license and, per MART regulations, maintain a satisfactory driving record history with no egregious violations and no more than 3 moving violations in the last ten years.

Required Skills / Knowledge :

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to interact with patience and sensitivity in all contact with individuals, residential staff, parents, and facility staff.
• Basic computer skills

Required Background Check :

• Requires acceptable annual CORI according to Bridgewell policy and a fingerprint-based national criminal background check per DDS regulations and policies.
• A Drug Screen and physical must be conducted as soon as possible after a successful interview; regular employment is contingent upon acceptable results according to Bridgewell policy.
• An annual driving record history will be verified and results are subject to MART approval based on regulations and annual MART audits.

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to enter and exit a vehicle, and sit for extended periods of time if in traffic or during transit.
• The employee must be able to lift and / or move a minimum of 20 but preferred up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to drive a 12 passenger van and / or a handicap accessible van and manually operate the lift when necessary.
• Must have a normal range of eyesight with or without corrective lenses.
• Must have a normal range of hearing with or without corrective equipment.

Bridgewell Offers :

• Excellent health benefits-medical, dental, vision. We believe our benefits package is one of the most competitive
• Generous paid time off includes your birthday (that's right, we even give you your birthday off!)
• Collaborative work environment that values new insight and personal contributions
• With over one hundred programs in the North Shore, Lowell and Merrimack Valley we provide excellent opportunities for training and professional development