PT Driver - Medical Transportation (Flexible Schedule)

Title: Driver for Medical TransportationDepartment: TransportationReports to: Core Services ManagerStatus: PT - Non-ExemptHours per week: Under 30 per weekGENERAL DESCRIPTIONOperates The Whole Person vehicles to transport consumers to predetermined destinations safely, promptly and courteously.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSSafely drive in a manner that adheres to the saying on the bus: SAFE, RELIABLE, COURTEOUS.Daily safety and maintenance inspection of vehicle.Relate positively to all passengers.Promote The Whole Person and encourage ridership.Perform minor maintenance (e.g., van washing).Report maintenance problems to the Supervisor.Report accidents and breakdowns to the Supervisor immediately.Comply with all vehicle operation rules and regulations.Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.Attend training meetings and, where appropriate, county support committee meetings.Regular and predictable attendanceREQUIRED SKILLSMissouri Class E Driver’s License is RequiredHigh School Diploma or GED2+ years’ experience driving professionallyMust have a clean driving record with DMVMust be able to operate wheel-chair lift and rampCustomer Service experienceGeneral knowledge of vehicles and maintenanceMust be able to work flexible hours – not to exceed 40 per week.COMPETENCIESAble to be reached at all times during work hoursAbility to make decisions and take appropriate actionsAbility to determine work prioritiesAbility to work with others of all levelsPunctualAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and consumersCourteous and safe driverNOTE: All employees must show proof of vaccination against Covid-19 at time of hire.WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSSitting on a daily basis for many hours at a time, driving, walking to and from the door of the destination and assisting passengers, bending/stooping on a daily basis while lifting packages, assisting passengers or doing vehicle maintenance, pushing and pulling daily to operate lift or ramp.Driver must also manage riders in wheelchairs. This entails negotiating single steps or curbs, positioning the wheelchair on the lift platform, maneuvering the wheelchair inside the vehicle and securing the wheelchair with the tie-down system. The weight of a wheelchair and passenger can easily exceed 200 pounds. All drivers receive training on wheelchair management and are encouraged to know their limits.OTHER DUTIESPlease note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The Whole Person is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring staff members reflecting the great diversity of our community. Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.