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Description: Special Needs Attendant Make a Difference Every Day by Helping Others Stay Connected Join the Vivalon Rides Team! Are you compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others? Vivalon is seeking caring individuals to join our team as Special Needs Attendants, supporting adults with disabilities during transportation services throughout the community.In this rewarding role, you'll work alongside professional drivers to ensure passengers travel safely, comfortably, and with dignity. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the people we serve. For more than 70 years, Vivalon has been dedicated to helping individuals maintain independence and stay connected to their communities. As a recognized leader in transportation and aging services, we foster a supportive, mission-driven culture where employees are valued and appreciated. Why You'll Love Working at Vivalon Starting pay of $21.00 per hourGuaranteed minimum of 30 hours per weekMonday-Friday schedulePaid training providedTeam-oriented and supportive work environmentMeaningful work that impacts lives every dayOpportunities to grow with a respected nonprofit organization What You'll Do As a Special Needs Attendant, you'll help create a safe, positive, and respectful transportation experience for our passengers by:Supervising and assisting clients during transitSupporting drivers with the safe loading and unloading of passengersProperly using wheelchair securements, safety restraints, and seat beltsProviding compassionate support to individuals with disabilitiesCommunicating passenger needs and concerns to drivers and managementMaintaining professional, respectful, and positive interactions with clients, coworkers, and community membersFollowing all health, safety, and transportation procedures What We're Looking For We're looking for individuals who are patient, caring, and committed to delivering exceptional service. Requirements: Friendly, reliable, and committed to excellent customer serviceGenuine desire to help others and support individuals with disabilitiesValid California Driver's License or California ID CardMust be at least 21 years of ageAbility to attend a 5-day paid training program in San Rafael, CA (commute stipend provided)Two professional referencesAbility to pass a background check for this safety-sensitive positionMust pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and comply with federally required random testing Benefits & Perks At Vivalon, we invest in our employees' well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package begins on the first day of the month following one full month of employment and includes:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceChiropractic CoverageLife InsuranceRetirement BenefitsPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysEmployee Support ResourcesAdditional Benefits and More More Than a Job. A Purpose. When you join Vivalon, you're not just helping people get from one place to another. You're providing support, companionship, independence, and access to opportunities that improve quality of life.If you're looking for meaningful work where kindness, compassion, and service truly matter, we'd love to hear from you. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today and start a rewarding career helping people move through life with confidence, dignity, and support.Vivalon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.Compensation details: 21-21 Hourly WagePIcdcb1a62f69e-2362