Driver

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively communicates with participants, families, staff and other agencies and departments.
• Trained to drive all variety of vehicles that are included in the organization’s transportation fleet.
• Drives a specially equipped van to deliver physically limited persons to varied destinations.
• Affirms that wheelchair lifts and tie down equipment are properly operated and that 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.
• Assists participants on and off vans using proper safety techniques in a courteous manner.
• Demonstrates the proper use, care, and storage of durable medical equipment at all times.
• Makes sure to assist participants to and from their residence using appropriate safety measures related to the participant’s fall risk.
• Ensures participant exits residence safely and enters residence safely prior to leaving the residence.
• Responds to emergencies appropriately.
• Inspects van and maintains it in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Reports the need for maintenance.
• Completes daily maintenance check off sheet and submits to Transportation Coordinator or designee as assigned.
• Maintains proper documentation of fuel receipts as instructed by Transportation Coordinator and/or designee.
• 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 documentation as required.
• Maintains a safe driving record as evidenced by retaining a North Carolina driver’s license.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years old and have a minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail elderly population.
• Valid NC Driver's License with good driving record with a minimum of no major moving violations.
• Special Training: Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and operate handicap accessible vehicles.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Driving ability with special training for handicap accessible vehicles.
• Physical stamina and safety awareness.

Benefits

• Comes with a competitive hourly wage.
• Flexible schedule with 25-30 hours per week.

Pay

Hourly pay rate is determined based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Work hours are flexible and range from 25 to 30 hours per week.