--- title: Bus Driver at Helping Hand Home for Children description: Helping Hand Home for Children is hiring for the Bus Driver role in Hodgkins, IL. Pays $25–$26.25 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/bus-driver-at-helping-hand-home-for-children-01a12693-1227-7ed3-81ca-11986407ea39 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Helping Hand Home for Children as Bus Driver in Hodgkins, IL. Pays $25–$26.25 per hour. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/ev15eh.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Helping Hand Home for Children | | **Location** | Hodgkins, IL | | **Salary** | $25/hr - $26.25/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 07, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Helping Hand Home for Children. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Helping Hand Home for Children. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $38,000 – $53,000 a year (median $44,000). ## Description At Helping Hand, transportation is more than getting from point A to point B. It is an essential part of helping the individuals we serve access programs, opportunities, and community experiences. We are looking for a reliable, safety-focused **Bus Driver** who takes pride in providing dependable transportation and positive interactions with the individuals we support. **SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:** - On-site position, full-time, 40 hours per week. - Salary range $25.00-$26.25/hr (hourly/non-exempt). - Salary based on skills and experience. - Up to 6% annual bonus potential - 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match. **HELPING HAND PERKS:** - Purpose-driven work that changes lives. - Tuition reimbursement and clear career growth opportunities. - Traditional medical (BCBS of IL), dental, and vision insurance. - Employer-paid Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability. - Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support. - Generous PTO including paid holidays, vacation, accrued sick time, and personal days. - PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. **WHAT YOU'LL DO:** - Safely transport individuals served from their homes to Helping Hand programs, job sites, and other approved locations. - Operate agency vehicles in accordance with Illinois Rules of the Road and agency safety guidelines. - Maintain daily mileage logs and report any vehicle concerns or schedule changes. - Ensure assigned vehicles are clean, safe, and in proper working condition. - Take vehicles to required semi-annual safety inspections and document inspections appropriately. - Follow all safety procedures related to transporting individuals with disabilities. - Communication with the Transportation leadership team regarding schedule changes or issues. - Represent Helping Hand professionally and provide courteous, respectful service to the individuals and communities we serve. - Attend required trainings, meetings, and safety programs. - Protect the confidentiality and rights of the individuals we support. - Other duties as assigned. **WHAT YOU BRING:** Education/Training: - High School Diploma or GED required Experience: - 1-2 years of experience preferred. - Current and valid Illinois Class B or C CDL. - PACE certification preferred, but not required at time of hire. - Previous experience working with the I/DD population preferred, but not required. Skill Sets: - Must have an acceptable/safe driving record with the Secretary of State and ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance. - Must obtain PACE certification within 90 days of hire if not already obtained. - First aid training (preferred). - Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to self-transport. - Ability to promote and adhere to company values. - A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment. **WORK ENVIRONMENT:** - The person in this position may encounter clients exhibiting physical aggression. Must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team. - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office/vehicle to assist others. - The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer). - Consistently position oneself to assist consumers/clients. - The ability to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations. - Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. **Helping Hand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that embracing our differences strengthens our community and enhances the quality of care we provide.** ## Skills - C - Inspection - Safety Inspection - Safety Programs - Interpersonal Skills - Confidentiality - Commercial Driver's License - Traffic Regulations - Safety Procedures - Workplace Safety - Safe Driving - Human Resources - First Aid - Communication ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Mental Health - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - Personal Leave - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [Logistics & Transportation jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Truck & Bus Driving jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Bus Driver jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving/bus-driver?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 101547 jobs - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)