Van Driver - Part Time
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Union League Boys and Girls Club
Chicago, IL, US
Summary
The Van Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of youth members to and from club sites and program activities. This role involves conducting vehicle inspections, maintaining transportation logs, and ensuring passenger safety throughout the commute.
Job Description
Description
Department: Operations - Club One
Reports To: Senior Club Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Van Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of youth members to and from Union League Boys and Girls Clubs sites and program activities. This position ensures that youth are transported in a manner that is safe, respectful, and aligned with the organization’s mission to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.
Key Roles and Competency Areas
- Safely transport youth members to and from designated locations.
- Adhere to scheduled pick-up and drop-off times.
- Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues promptly.
- Ensure all passengers follow safety rules, including seat belt use.
- Maintain accurate transportation logs and records.
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and youth.
- Assist staff in supervising youth during transport.
- Promote a positive and respectful environment consistent with the Club’s values.
Relationships
- Internal: Works closely with Club Directors, program staff, and members.
- External: Interacts with parents/guardians and community partners as needed.
Requirements
- Knowledge: Safe driving practices, child/youth supervision during transport, basic vehicle maintenance awareness.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Valid driver’s license required.
- Experience: Minimum age 25 with a clean driving record. Prior experience working with youth preferred.
- Skills: Strong communication, responsibility, reliability, and ability to maintain a positive and safe environment.
Environmental and Working Conditions
- The position requires frequent sitting, some walking, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
- The driver must be able to operate a motor vehicle for extended periods and work in varying weather conditions.
- Evening and weekend hours may occasionally be required.
Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Since 1919, Union League Boys & Girls Clubs have opened doors of opportunity and prepared young people for a great future. We see infinite possibilities in every young person and are committed to being a voice for all youth in Chicago, no matter what. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is at the forefront of youth development and has a vast and diverse footprint. We currently have a total of 21 sites providing a physical space that’s safe, welcoming, and fun for over 13,000 Chicago youth. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs’ sites include a collaborative program for justice-involved youth with the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center and a 247-acre residential summer camp in Wisconsin. No matter why they enter our Clubs, young people are immersed in the knowledge that the club experience provides an encouraging environment where they can be who they are - and who they are meant to be.
Studies show that the next generation of youth will have fewer opportunities than the previous generation for the first time in history. We work daily to provide an environment where youth can pursue programs in our three core program areas: Academic Success, Good Character and citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles, all while under the guidance of caring, trained, trustworthy youth development professionals.
Chicago’s youth deserve nothing less than our constant focus on their safety and our firm commitment to protecting every child entrusted to our care. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is a place for kids to laugh. A place to learn. A place to grow. A place to belong.
Founded
1919
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Since 1919, Union League Boys & Girls Clubs have opened doors of opportunity and prepared young people for a great future. We see infinite possibilities in every young person and are committed to being a voice for all youth in Chicago, no matter what. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is at the forefront of youth development and has a vast and diverse footprint. We currently have a total of 21 sites providing a physical space that’s safe, welcoming, and fun for over 13,000 Chicago youth. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs’ sites include a collaborative program for justice-involved youth with the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center and a 247-acre residential summer camp in Wisconsin. No matter why they enter our Clubs, young people are immersed in the knowledge that the club experience provides an encouraging environment where they can be who they are - and who they are meant to be.
Studies show that the next generation of youth will have fewer opportunities than the previous generation for the first time in history. We work daily to provide an environment where youth can pursue programs in our three core program areas: Academic Success, Good Character and citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles, all while under the guidance of caring, trained, trustworthy youth development professionals.
Chicago’s youth deserve nothing less than our constant focus on their safety and our firm commitment to protecting every child entrusted to our care. Union League Boys & Girls Clubs is a place for kids to laugh. A place to learn. A place to grow. A place to belong.
Founded
1919
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Chicago, IL