NMT Driver - (Monday - Friday, 6:45am-3:15pm) - Temporary Position
About The Position
Driver safely provides transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities to and from day services at VGS or community site while driving a non-CDL rated vehicle. Complete daily trip check prior to each route. Note all service needs to Manager Assists passengers on and off the vehicle (as needed) and work with residential staff or VGS staff who may be assisting to load and unload passengers For wheelchair bound passengers, driver will secure the wheelchair to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchair during trip according to standards outlined in trainings. Must know advance trip destination by routing / charting maps. Must follow designated route unless change is reported to Manager. Must report to Manger via provided cellular telephone any emergencies, behavioral concerns or disruptions of service. Must maintain the highest level of customer service with the participants at all times. Must complete a detailed cleaning of vehicle bi-weekly and manage the servicing of the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories. Remove all trash and sweep (as needed) vehicle at the end of each day. Maximize gasoline usage by following fixed routes. Responsible for parking & securing vehicle at the end of shift. Must record mileage and destination information in the Drivers Trip log, daily. Additionally, all insurance, safety and vehicle maintenance information will be kept in an organized and accessible manner in the vehicle. Follows all Medicaid rules and CARF standards. Driver is responsible for maintaining all required Medicaid compliances and training. Complete all required paperwork for Medicaid billing and submit transportation sheets to Manager Responsible to immediately report any unusual behavior of passengers or with regards to vehicle and follow mandatory reporting guidelines.
Requirements
- High school education and or GED plus two years' experience driving; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Drivers must have a driving record with no more than four points (representing two minor or one intermediate infraction) occurred within the last three years.
- Driver must be approved by the agency auto insurance company.
- Must pass all criminal background check requirements for Medicaid compliance.
- To be eligible for hire, applicants must answer all questions on the application and sign the application
Responsibilities
- Safely provides transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Complete daily trip check prior to each route
- Assists passengers on and off the vehicle
- Secure wheelchair bound passengers
- Know advance trip destination by routing / charting maps
- Report any emergencies, behavioral concerns or disruptions of service
- Maintain the highest level of customer service
- Complete a detailed cleaning of vehicle bi-weekly and manage the servicing of the vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories
- Remove all trash and sweep (as needed) vehicle at the end of each day
- Maximize gasoline usage by following fixed routes
- Responsible for parking & securing vehicle at the end of shift
- Record mileage and destination information in the Drivers Trip log, daily
- Follows all Medicaid rules and CARF standards
- Complete all required paperwork for Medicaid billing and submit transportation sheets to Manager
- Responsible to immediately report any unusual behavior of passengers or with regards to vehicle and follow mandatory reporting guidelines
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
