Full Time Driver

Saint Francis Ministries•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Driver safely transports children and families to appointments and other destinations from varied locations throughout the state. The role requires daily statewide travel and a flexible schedule, including working approximately 50% of weekends and holidays as needed. The Driver communicates with transportation, office staff, and case teams; ensures children have necessary belongings and medications; and completes required trip, medication, and other documentation. The Driver follows driving laws, organizational policies and procedures, safety practices, and applicable legal, accreditation, licensure, and contractual standards. The role also involves using electronic devices and systems for trip assignments, navigation, apps, and weather information; assisting with vehicle movement and equipment installation or removal; and monitoring vehicle maintenance and helping schedule service. The Driver reports significant or unusual incidents to a supervisor and reports critical incidents to DCF verbally within 12 hours and in writing within 24 hours. The position also protects clients’ rights and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CPR/First Aid.
NARCAN training.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must pass a drug screen, MVR check, KBI check, Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry clearance check, Adult Registry check, and FBI fingerprint check.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with children and families and/or in transportation.
Ukeru training.

Responsibilities

Safely transport children and families to appointments and other destinations throughout the state.
Maintain open communication with transportation staff, office staff, and the case team.
Complete trip requests and medication communication for children and youth when required.
Complete written or electronic documentation concisely, professionally, and on time.
Ensure children have necessary belongings and medications when transported.
Follow state driving laws and regulations and applicable organizational, legal, safety, accreditation, licensure, and contractual requirements.
Use electronic devices and systems for trip assignments, navigation, apps, and weather satellite information.
Assist with vehicle movement and equipment installation or removal as needed.
Focus on reducing costs and deadhead miles.
Monitor assigned vehicle maintenance and assist with scheduling service as needed.
Work a flexible schedule, including 50% of weekends and holidays as needed, and travel daily throughout the state.
Immediately report significant or unusual incidents to a supervisor for processing through Risk Management, clinical, and safety channels.
Report critical incidents to DCF verbally within 12 hours and in writing within 24 hours.
Implement Saint Francis Ministries policies and follow its directives, SOPs, rules, and personnel policies and procedures.
Follow all safety procedures and ensure clients’ rights are protected.
Perform other duties as assigned.