Van Driver M-F 12-20 hrs. split shifts pt / relief

Job Description

Job Description

Our transportation drivers do so much more than drive a vehicle. They are the first daily contact for the folks we serve and make a difference in helping them have a great day! Bring us your excellent driving records and big hearts, and help us get the individuals we serve in Hyannis to programs, jobs, and community activities and then safely back home! No nights, weekends, or holidays-you’ll make a real difference in the lives of the people we serve!

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides safe and timely transportation to individuals with disabilities between their residences and day sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensures and safeguards Agency program participants’ human dignity, rights, and liberties.
• Adheres to all applicable Agency regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as, state and local laws in the operation of vehicles.
• Maintains consistent and clear communication with Transportation Coordinator and other designated staff.
• Provides safe and timely pick-up and drop-off of specified program participants, following routes, schedules, and procedures authorized by the Transportation Coordinator.
• Assists those program participants requiring help entering or leaving the vehicle; escorts participants requiring additional assistance to or from the vehicle.
• Checks and responds to messages in a timely manner before beginning morning and afternoon routes.
• Completes and submits all required paperwork including attendance sheets and vehicle checklists.
• Attends training sessions, staff meetings, and related programs, as scheduled.
• Maintains internal and external cleanliness of vehicle.
• Serves as mandated reporter for suspected cases of abuse and / or neglect to the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC).

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

COMPETENCIES

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.