Transportation Driver

To The Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

The Transportation Drivers at To The Rescue provide care and transportation to clients of To The Rescue.

Requirements

• Teamwork orientation
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Have knowledge of auditing and monitoring procedures
• Have working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Have working knowledge of privacy laws and regulations
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Proficient with Microsoft Office that includes Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability to learn computer programs for scheduling and timekeeping
• Ability to respond well under pressure
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The employee must provide and maintain a valid driver's license the entire duration of their employment, and must be eligible for the agency’s vehicle insurance.
• The employee must be 25 years old to drive DOT routes that utilize buses.

Responsibilities

• Transports clients
• Assists clients with walkers, wheelchairs, backpacks, lunches, and other items that need safeguarding while traveling
• Ensures clients’ safety and wellbeing
• Ensure the safe loading and unloading of all consumers entrusted to your care
• Ensure health, safety and supervision needs are observed
• Maintains records and prepares reports on services provided
• Provides back-up in other areas as needed
• Always exhibit appropriate role modeling through language, dress and hygiene
• Conversations should be appropriate for a business environment
• Communicate with appropriate managers on incidents requiring further attention & follow up; for example, an incident requiring documentation and communication to a parent, guardian, Host Home Provider or case manager
• Comply with proper safety policies and procedures (including all state laws)
• Provide exceptional level of customer service to both internal and external consumers
• Follow all To The Rescue policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees