Description:
Hourly Rate: $20.00-$23.00/HR (Based on experience)
Position Summary
The dedicated driver will be utilized to transport agency members to a variety of appointments including but not limited to vocational workshops, medical/ behavioral health appointments. They will also be the primary trainers for other agency personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Follow a daily schedule for picking up and dropping off of clients to various appointments. Exhibit
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Flexibility with changes in the daily schedule.
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Provide assistance to consumers with onboarding and exiting vehicles, including those with mobility limitations.
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Conducting road tests for new drivers as well as annual road tests for continued drivers.
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Daily inspections of vehicles to ensure that vehicles are clean and safe to drive.
Documentation
Maintain accurate records of trips including mileage- Maintain daily log, identification of vehicle cleanliness and damages
Skill Requirements
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The driver must be capable of safely driving 15 passenger vans or other smaller vehicles.
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The driver must exercise good judgement in operating the vehicle, including obeying all traffic laws.
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The driver must be trained in de-escalation methods, crisis avoidance and crisis management skills.
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Exercise sound judgment in carrying out daily activities, handling crises, and emergencies.
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Ability to treat consumers with respect and dignity.
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Ability to speak effectively to customers.
Work Environment
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The vehicles may have individuals with behavioral health and/or physical disabilities. The driver must be able
to manage certain behaviors in a professional and calm manner.
Emergency response
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Respond appropriately to emergencies. Report and document incidents according to company protocols.
Requirements:
Education, Employment and Credential Requirements
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High School Diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma
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Valid PA driver’s license required, CDL preferred
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A driver record with no significant restrictions is required
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Valid PA State Criminal, FBI, Child Abuse clearances.
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Clearance must be updated every 3 years per COMHAR policy.
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Must have a current ACT 31 (Child Abuse reporting certificate).
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Physical examination including TB test and hepatitis B.
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CPR w/AED & First Aid certification
