Job Description

Help Children Start and End Their Day Safely and Successfully

At the Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning, Drivers play an important role in helping children with autism feel safe, supported, and cared for during transportation to and from the program. This role is more than driving — it’s about creating a calm, positive environment, building trust with clients, and helping children transition successfully between home and school each day. Drivers work closely with staff to support safety, consistency, and positive experiences for every child. At Valley Behavioral Health, we value compassion, teamwork, and creating meaningful connections that help both clients and staff thrive.

Pay:Range starts at $16.50/hour (pay is calculated based on years of related experience)

Schedule:

• Part Time | 25 hours/week
• Bus Schedule | Mon-Thurs 7:00am-9:30am & 2:00pm-4:30pm | Friday 7:00am-9:30am & 11:00pm-1:30pm*

* Additional Opportunity:available part time openings as an Autism Aide/Driver for a total of 29hrs/week if interested

Benefits Highlights

• 401k Plan eligibility after 90 days, with a 100% company match on up to 6% of your income
• Employee Assistance Programs for mental health needs
• Education Assistance and Professional Development programs that include New Licensure Reimbursement, Specialized Training and Conferences, Student Loan Programs, and Continuing Education Reimbursement for Licensed Professionals

Why Valley?

Since 1984, Valley Behavioral Health has helped thousands of adults, children, and families access high-quality behavioral health care. As the largest non-profit community behavioral health provider in the Intermountain Region, Valley offers a comprehensive range of services to ensure each individual receives the personalized care they need to heal and grow.

You will belong in a community where you can be yourself, grow your career, and embrace new opportunities. Valley is committed to being an organization that promotes authenticity and encourages opportunities for success.

& Deliverables

The Driver ensures the safe and efficient transport of clients to and from Valley locations. The Driver is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and cleanliness of company vehicles.

Essential Functions

• Complies with all safety policies and procedures while operating vehicle
• Transports clients to and from Valley locations
• Maintains knowledge of the routes, locations of stops, and the clients who board or exit at each stop
• Coordinates with and supports employees who accompany clients and assists with behavior management on the vehicle
• Maintains interior and exterior vehicle cleanliness
• Follows emergency procedures and reports incidents as required
• Maintains required transportation records
• Vans must be kept at a Valley property when not in use. Drivers may be able to keep the vehicle at the closest location to their home in between working hours.

Requirements

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

• No previous experience required (see Preferred Qualifications)

Licenses/Certifications

• This position requires driving - minimum age of 21 and a current driver’s license
• For DOT vehicles - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement
• For DOT vehicles - Department of Transportation Health Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous transportation experience