Transportation Van Driver

Cape Abilities•Hyannis, MA

13d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Transportation Van Driver provides safe and timely transportation for individuals with disabilities between their residences and day program sites. The driver follows routes, schedules, and procedures authorized by the Director of Transportation; assists participants entering and leaving the vehicle and escorts those who need additional assistance; and communicates with transportation leadership and designated staff. This position is 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and has no supervisory responsibility. The driver follows applicable GATRA and Agency policies, regulations, and procedures, as well as state and local laws. Duties include checking messages before morning and afternoon routes, completing attendance sheets and vehicle checklists, attending scheduled training and meetings, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and removing snow and ice after winter storms. The driver uses basic technology such as text messaging, company email, and time-clock procedures and serves as a mandated reporter of suspected abuse or neglect to the Disabled Persons Protection Commission (DPPC).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
Successful completion of a drug test and driving-record review before hiring.
No use of drugs, including THC (marijuana).
Documented physical indicating fitness for the job.
Ability to respond appropriately to auditory stimulus without visual cues.
Ability to follow directions and read maps.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers and supported individuals, and to read fluently.
Successful completion of all state- and Agency-mandated training required upon hire.
Ability to assist adults with disabilities in and out of the vehicle.
Ability to physically intervene in instances of extreme behavior that might jeopardize the safety of supported individuals and staff.
Ability to operate company vehicles safely in varying traffic and weather conditions, including rain, snow, ice, and low visibility.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience providing transportation services for individuals with disabilities.
Wheelchair certification, if required to perform wheelchair-securing protocols.

Responsibilities

Safeguard program participants’ human dignity, rights, and liberties.
Follow applicable GATRA and Agency regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as state and local laws when operating vehicles.
Communicate consistently and clearly with the Director of Transportation, Transportation Manager, and designated staff.
Use text messaging, access company email, and complete time-clock procedures.
Provide safe and timely participant pick-up and drop-off according to authorized routes, schedules, and procedures.
Assist participants entering or leaving the vehicle and escort those needing additional assistance.
Check and respond to messages before beginning morning and afternoon routes.
Complete and submit required paperwork, including attendance sheets and vehicle checklists.
Attend scheduled training sessions, staff meetings, and related programs.
Maintain the vehicle’s internal and external cleanliness.
Remove snow and ice from the assigned vehicle after winter storms and maintain safe driving practices in adverse weather.
Report suspected abuse or neglect of disabled persons to the DPPC as a mandated reporter.
Perform additional assigned duties.