Driver - Lawrence Day Program

PALS A CHRYSALIS HEALTH COMPANY LLC•South Point, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At PALS, we build on the foundation of physical activity and life skills (PALS) to create unimaginable opportunities and success for individuals with disabilities. Our person-centered programs provide the necessary tools for individuals to be active community members and maintain a high quality of life. We are deeply committed to the communities where we live and work, fostering partnerships that offer growth opportunities for our team members and program participants. Our team is comprised of hard-working, dedicated individuals passionate about making a difference. The Driver for Non-Medical Transportation performs various duties to support programming, primarily responsible for safely transporting clients between Adult Living Facilities, residential homes, or other agreed-upon locations and program sites daily. This role also includes managing transportation documentation, ensuring company vehicles are clean, maintaining scheduled vehicle maintenance, and verifying that all vehicle functions, including safety equipment, are in good working order.

Requirements

Must have minimum High School degree or equivalent there of.
Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of the discipline.
Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written skills
Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals
Must have appropriate experience and documentation capabilities
Maintains current and annual training requirements
Must successfully complete all criminal background screens as needed
Must have valid Ohio Driver License and less than 6 points and provide BMV Drivers abstract.
Must pass physical and Drug Screen.
Must be able to safely drive a company vehicle
Driving history must meet insurance carrier requirements
Must have at least six (6) months of driving commercial vehicle.

Responsibilities

Safely pick up clients from Adult Living Facility, or other agreed upon location, using a company Vehicle
Safely take clients to Adult Living Facility, or other agreed upon location, upon completion of daily program using the company vehicle.
Insure safety of clients at all times during transportation on and off the van (i.e. using a safety step)
Routinely check functions of van and maintain proper maintenance schedule for the vehicle
Insure all safety equipment is in good working order
Responsible for client supervision/support
Responsible for documentation, including but not limited to, Vehicle Safety Checks, billing sheets and other program documentation.
Attend weekly technician meeting for additional training
Interact appropriately and professionally with clients and the community.