Transportation - Evenings/Weekends Part Time

DISABILITY SUPPORTS OF THE GREAT PL•Hutchinson, KS

21h

About The Position

Role: Drives agency vehicle for the purpose of transporting clients and DSGP personnel to and from assigned activities. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Work with appropriate personnel to transport clients and staff to and from community based activities and day to day agency activities and arrive at destinations on schedule. Assist passengers on and off the bus when help is needed. Interact with passengers professionally at all times. Report to the appropriate Program Team member, Case Manager or Wellness Liasion any occurrences that affect the immediate well being of persons served. Visually inspect agency vehicle(s) before beginning the assigned route and sanitize vehicles after use. Report any mechanical issues with agency vehicles such as brakes, steering, or other issues. Ensure vehicle is always fueled and ready for use. Keep mileage and repair records up to date. Must adhere to all training requirements as deemed necessary for this position. Expectations: Prompt, consistent attendance is an essential function of this position. Must follow all rules and laws pertaining to driving a non-commercial vehicle. Adhere to scheduled hours. Shift is week day evenings 4p - 8p and Sundays 8a - 1p, however may change based on events. Meet or exceed agency standards of necessary supports to ensure safety, happiness, and well being of persons served. Understand and support both the mission statement of Disability Supports as evidenced by an unfailing positive attitude in all actions on behalf of persons served. Timeliness in completion of assigned tasks and necessary training. QualificationsKnowledge and Skills: Experience: Must be at least 25 years of age. Prior direct care experience preferred but not required. Transportation experience of passengers preferred. Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred. Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and persons served. Must demonstrate compassion for individuals with disabilities. Other Skills: Must have a valid drivers license and an accident free driving record for the past three years. Valid CDL preferred but not required. Basic mathematical and grammar skills required. Physical/Environmental: Must be able to lift, push and/or pull a minimum of 35 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical intervention on a regular basis. Noise level may vary, depending upon duty assigned. Due to the potential intimate nature of care and physical proximity involved with some of those receiving HCBS funded I/DD services through Disability Supports, and in order to promote a safe work environment for both the caregiver and those for whom we care, you may, from time-to-time, be required to wear PPE, (Personal Protective Equipment). If PPE is required, Disability Supports will provide it.

Requirements

Must be at least 25 years of age.
Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and persons served.
Must demonstrate compassion for individuals with disabilities.
Must have a valid drivers license and an accident free driving record for the past three years.
Basic mathematical and grammar skills required.
Must be able to lift, push and/or pull a minimum of 35 pounds, stand for periods of time, bend, push wheelchairs, and provide physical intervention on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Prior direct care experience preferred but not required.
Transportation experience of passengers preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Work with appropriate personnel to transport clients and staff to and from community based activities and day to day agency activities and arrive at destinations on schedule.
Assist passengers on and off the bus when help is needed.
Interact with passengers professionally at all times.
Report to the appropriate Program Team member, Case Manager or Wellness Liasion any occurrences that affect the immediate well being of persons served.
Visually inspect agency vehicle(s) before beginning the assigned route and sanitize vehicles after use.
Report any mechanical issues with agency vehicles such as brakes, steering, or other issues.
Ensure vehicle is always fueled and ready for use.
Keep mileage and repair records up to date.
Must adhere to all training requirements as deemed necessary for this position.
Must follow all rules and laws pertaining to driving a non-commercial vehicle.
Adhere to scheduled hours.
Meet or exceed agency standards of necessary supports to ensure safety, happiness, and well being of persons served.
Understand and support both the mission statement of Disability Supports as evidenced by an unfailing positive attitude in all actions on behalf of persons served.
Timeliness in completion of assigned tasks and necessary training.