Driver, , Transportation

Marathon - 3000 41st Ocean 1 - Marathon, FL 33050 Overview Salary Range: $22.01 - $22.01 Hourly Position Type:
Full Time Education Level:
High School

Travel Percentage :
Road Warrior Category:
Transportation Description

The Driver is responsible for providing efficient, cost-effective, safe transportation services for disadvantaged persons.

• Gain and maintain familiarity with driving procedures, defensive driving skills and all certifications and examinations as required by law and by organizational policy
• Drive vans on scheduled and unscheduled trips as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain a safe driving record and report all moving violations to supervisor irrespective of whether they occurred on duty or not
• Assure that all passengers are properly restrained during transit and that all items are securely stowed at all times during transit
• Provide appropriate supervision, support and direction to passengers in the event of an accident, vehicle fire, passenger injury, or any untoward incident. Comply with all reporting procedures in the event of such incident, including vehicle accidents.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment aboard vehicles at all times
• Provide loading and unloading assistance to all passengers requiring such support. Such assistance may be verbal or physical
• Knowledgeable about and operate wheel chair lifts and ramps
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality about passengers in accordance with regulations and organizational policy.
• Keep cell phone on and assessable at all times while operating Agency vehicle
• Conduct daily inspections of vehicles and record maintenance in vehicle log
• Maintain fuel level in van by completely filling at the end of every afternoon shift or as needed
• Report any mechanical problems to Lead Driver, and/or Transportation Director immediately
• Ensures that Agency vehicles are cleaned inside and out on a regular basis
• Conducts all activities in such a way as to safeguard the confidential status of client information.
  • All “on the job” and “off the job” activities are performed in accordance with the Center’s Confidentiality standards and requirements.
• Participates in required staff development / training activities.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of clinical area of practice. Participate in trainings
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of West Care Foundation
• Participate in meetings and attend trainings as required and requested
• Completes all orientation and mandated training activities, including E-Learning Courses, within required time frames, and in accordance with the criteria established for this position.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Must be CPR/First Aid certified within 6 months of employment and every two years thereafter.
• Active CDL Driver’s License preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

• Five years driving experience preferred
• Ability to meet requirements of Monroe County Sheriff’s Office background check
• Ability to provide an Affidavit of Good Moral Character
• Clearance in Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Criminal Records Checks, as required.
• Possesses sufficient means of independent mobility.
• Possesses Caring heart and ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to understand and address needs of clients with co-occurring disorders.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion for consumer
• Ability to comply with all statutory requirements and professional/ethical responsibilities concerning confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate respect in all dealings with consumers. Takes time to make sure that consumers understand communications. Deals with other staff in a respectful and collegial fashion.
• Ability to seek direction from Supervisor when appropriate.
• ability to handle a client concern/grievance according to agency protocol.
• ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and co-workers
• ability to prepare simple reports
• ability to follow and interpret instructions
• Understanding and application of federal, state, local and agency…