Wheelchair Van Driver

Locations: Homestead
Schedule: Full Time, Mon–Fri 6:45 am – 4 pm

About the role

The Van Driver is primarily responsible for transporting older adults to and from the day center and their residence, to outside appointments and activities, and delivering medical equipment.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience

• Previous passenger transportation experience, including experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs or equivalent
• Prior experience in the geriatric field helpful
• Five years of driving experience required

Required Certifications/Licensure

• Valid PA Driver’s License with a clean driving record for the past 2 years
• Must be able to pass DOT physical

Required Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

• Knowledge of the area roads in the program area
• Ability to read a road map
• Ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with participants and other staff
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be mentally alert and have the ability to effectively plan and organize assignments in the most efficient manner
• Must be flexible, adaptable and able to function in stressful situations

Candidates must be able to pass a DOT physical. Community LIFE will randomly drug and alcohol-test employees in Van Driver and Escort positions for compliance with its drug and alcohol-free workplace policy on a quarterly basis.

Pay

• $16.50 – $18 per hour, based on experience