Driver

INNOVATIVE INTEGRATED HEALTH•Bakersfield, CA

42d•$17 - $21

About The Position

The driver is responsible for the overall transportation and safety of participant. The driver will provide transportation for the participants to and from the center, and for outside appointments. The driver also provides participant transportation for outings as part of the activities program, as well as pick-up and delivery of supplies and medications for participants. The driver is responsible for maintaining transportation safety standards and daily cleanliness of the transportation vehicles. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Knowledge of the area in which Innovative Integrated Health is located
Knowledge of how to use and maintain position’s equipment (e.g., vehicle, lift, tie-downs); and safety requirements.
Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position.
Function independently, have flexibility, and personal integrity.
Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with participants, family members/caregivers, co-workers, and department heads.
Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution; and ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience in working with a frail or elderly population required.
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Clean DMV driving record
Must have a valid Class “B or C” Driver’s License in the state of California
Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.

Nice To Haves

Experience in transporting individuals with special mobility needs preferred
Previous commercial driving experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Drive vehicles in a safe and responsible manner utilizing defensive driving skills and in adherence to Innovative Integrated Health policies and procedures, following assigned routes.
Load and unload participants in and out of Innovative Integrated Health vehicles and assist participants into and out of their homes in adherence to Innovative Integrated Health policies and standards of practice.
Transport participants to all requested appointments that have been arranged by the transportation coordinator or dispatcher.
Transport support staff along with participants to and from appointments if needed.
Deliver supplies and medications to participants.
Maintain safety and cleanliness of assigned vehicle and coordinate scheduling of van maintenance with transportation coordinator.
Maintain the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients, or families regardless of setting.
Coordinate scheduling of participant rides with the transportation coordinator or dispatcher.
Follow all Innovative Integrated Health policies and procedures and OSHA safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
Handle potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions and practice standard precautions.
Maintain courteous, helpful, and professional behavior on the job and display a willingness and ability to be responsive in a warm and caring manner.
Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings; and maintain professional affiliations and any required certifications.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.
Adhere to and support the center’s practices, procedures, and policies including assigned break times and attendance.
Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner; and perform all other related duties as assigned.
Be flexible in schedule of hours worked.
May require use of personal vehicle