ArizonAbility Adult Day Program Driver

UCP of Central Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The Day Program Driver provides transportation services for the program members. The person in this position is responsible for driving the vehicles provided in program for member transport. The Day Program Driver is classified as part-time and may be called upon to work flexible hours on various days as needed and as determined by program management.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older
Must be able to provide a 39-month MVR to demonstrate a good driving record
Must meet agency licensure requirements for fingerprinting & Background check.
Must be able to lift, push, maneuver, secure and transfer members and/or their personal mobility devices.
Must meet the qualifications of a driver as established by our insurance carrier and UCP policy
Must have availability to work part time/split shift, Mon- Fri, Morning 6am – 8:30am, Afternoon 3:30pm – 6:00pm.
Able to complete training programs and pass associated tests to meet competency requirements
Good customer service and communication skills required.
Be able to speak, read and write English
Have basic computer skills such as data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets
Must be able to demonstrate competency in the following areas: operate an agency transport vehicle; manual dexterity to keep documentation records; assess and provide behavior management in crisis situations and call for assistance if needed; and able to physically perform CPR/First Aid

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience of working with individuals with disabilities in private or center-based setting.

Responsibilities

Transport and assist members safely in a company vehicle to/from program and in the community
Deliver transportation services according to UCP’s mission, vision and value statements
Treat members with respect and encourage self-determination
Assist members with embarking and debarking of company vans.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures for the program.
Be member centric and demonstrate high level of customer service in all aspects service delivery by interacting with members and families that we serve
Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, funding source, members and their families/guardians
Assist with safety skills, including but not limited to, basic first aid, fire drills, and handling emergency situations and complete reports as necessary
Accompany members on community outings and provide instruction and assistance accordingly
Use appropriate behavior management techniques (Article 9 training) with members
Demonstrate and model a professional presence (appropriate language, initiative, respect, punctuality, manners, maturity, consistency) and appearance
Handle difficult situations with a positive attitude by actively seeking problem resolution with program management
Write incident reports and inform supervisor/lead regarding incidents within required timelines
Attend staff meetings and training required by UCP
Collaborate with and learn from colleagues and supervisors to achieve a greater degree of service to the organization and its programs
Protect and maintain the confidentiality of member information and documentation in accordance with UCP policy, HIPAA, state and federal law.
Maintain required transportation member ratios and appropriate member supervision at all times.
Report suspected or alleged abuse or neglect as required by UCP policy and state law
Maintain clean environment and free of any safety hazards in vehicles
Safely fuel the vehicle and record the fuel purchase, gallons and mileage according to standard operating procedures
Process and maintain meticulous record keeping (monthly progress reports, mileage logs, maintenance requests, transportation billing logs,) within timelines
Ensure completion of vehicle maintenance requests according to timelines with direction from DTA program lead
Secure vehicles to ensure the protection of the vehicle, Garmins and GPS system
Adhere to agency, department and the Division of Developmental Disabilities policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Maintain optimum attendance and reliability
Perform other related duties as assigned as it pertains to transport.