Bus Driver Non-CDL - Day Camp

Overview

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities;

provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

Under direction of the After school Director or Youth Development Director, the bus driver is responsible for the safe transportation of all campers and staff while in route to and from Y Day camp locations and off-site events.

• Teach the basic skills of courtesy and safe driving to campers in a safe and respectful manner.
• Take attendance and provide safety information at the start of each trip.
• Inspect the vehicle for all safety guidelines and regulations.
• Follow all traffic regulations and guidelines and drive in a manner that ensures the safety of their passengers.
• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR,Metro Atlanta YMCA for New Staff Orientation and Branch Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.

• Be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for staff and children
• Be able to provide sound, caring and positive leadership for children
• Provide, to everyone, extraordinary customer service
• Be able to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities
• Have a good understanding of the mission and values of the YMCA and be able to demonstrate and teach based on those values
• Communicate positively with parents and staff as
• Attend all staff camp training.
• Must be able to pass a driving record check to drive for the YMCA
• Attend the designated dates for camp staff training

• High School Diploma OR GED
• 1+ years of experience working with children in a structured setting
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Required certifications current First Aid/CPR; must obtain within 30 days of hire as well as any other certifications for the position
• Pass a criminal background and drug screening check
• Pass a Motor Vehicles Record Check and have own transportation
• CPR within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment
• Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Pass background checks, BFTS background checks, and drug screening

Ability to work actively while supervising children. Ability to climb, walk, run, stoop, squat or kneel. Ability to lift and carry equipment to appropriate destinations or affect the carrying of such equipment. Ability to use senses which enable safe supervision including seeing and/or hearing. It s fun to work in an organization where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

Cowart Family Ashford Dunwoody YMCA