Driver

Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, responsible for the direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations. Requires constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years old
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly population
• Valid NC Driver's License with good driving record (no major moving violations)
• Must be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements of the position to include standing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, squatting, and walking for intermittent periods

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff, and other agencies and departments
• Trained to drive all variety of vehicles in the organization’s transportation fleet; may drive any type of vehicle upon instruction of Transportation Coordinator and/or designee
• Drives a specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to varied destinations
• Operates wheelchair lifts and tie-down equipment properly; ensures participants are delivered to appointments in a timely manner
• Follows established schedules, adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes, and determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes (all adjustments require approval from Transportation Coordinator and/or Transportation Support Specialist)
• Assists participants on and off vans using proper safety techniques in a courteous manner
• Demonstrates proper use, care, and storage of durable medical equipment at all times
• Provides door-to-door service, ensuring participant exits and enters residence safely prior to leaving
• Responds to emergencies appropriately
• Inspects van and maintains it in a clean, orderly, and safe condition; reports need for maintenance
• Completes daily maintenance check-off sheet and submits to Transportation Coordinator or designee
• Maintains proper documentation of fuel receipts as instructed
• Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team as requested
• Attends staff meetings and takes part in participant care planning as requested
• Communicates any changes in participant condition to appropriate team members
• Completes required documentation
• Maintains a safe driving record; driver’s license will be verified annually
• Performs other duties as assigned