Transporter (6)

The primary purpose of this position is to provide non-emergency transport for Klamath Tribal members to and from medically related appointments. The Transporter will assist clients as necessary such as transferring clients from a wheelchair into the transport vehicle and back or entering/exiting the transport vehicle. Transport destinations will vary and may require an overnight stay. The general service area is Klamath County. The extended service area includes, but is not limited to, Portland, Bend, Eugene, and Medford, Salem, Pendleton and other locations within the state of Oregon. Operation of a Tribal vehicle will be in accordance with KTHFS policies and procedures; as well as Oregon State and Federal Transportation Laws.

Minimum Qualifications: Failure to comply with minimum position requirements may result in termination of employment.

• REQUIRED to have High School Diploma or Equivalent. (Submit copy of diploma or transcripts with application).
• REQUIRED to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License, (out of state applicants must receive ODL within 90 days of hire), have good driving record and be insurable by the Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services’ vehicle insurance policy. (Must submit copy of driver license with application.)
• REQUIRED to acquire and maintain BLS certification within 180 days of hire; strongly recommend certification within 90 days of hire, probationary period will be extended for a maximum of 180 days pending certification.
• REQUIRED to successfully complete the on-line Defensive Driving Course within first month of hire and recertify every two years or as supervisor requires.
• REQUIRED to maintain strict confidentiality of all program and client medical information.
• REQUIRED to continually demonstrate professional conduct, patience, and tact when assisting clients, (adults and children), and their caregivers.
• REQUIRED to be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.
• REQUIRED to be able to lift, push, pull and position heavy & disabled clients in and out of wheelchairs and/or assistance to ambulatory clients as required. Able to perform considerable reaching, stooping and bending.
• REQUIRED hearing and vision must be within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and to observe and communicate with clients.
• REQUIRED to work a flexible schedule (position may require weekend, early morning, late evening or overnight transports) in order to meet client needs.
• REQUIRED to submit to annual TB skin testing and adhere to KTHFS staff immunization policy in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control immunization recommendations for healthcare workers.
• REQUIRED to submit to a background and character investigation, as per Tribal policy. Following hire must immediately report to Human Resource any citation, arrest, conviction for a misdemeanor or felony crime.
• REQUIRED to submit to pre-employment alcohol and drug testing and occasional random testing.
• REQUIRED to accept the responsibility of a Mandatory Reporter in accordance with the Klamath Tribes Juvenile Ordinance Title 2, Chapter 15.64 and General Council Resolution #2005 003, all Tribal staff are considered mandatory reporters.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six (6) months experience in working in direct services to Native American people is preferred.
• Previous experience in providing wheelchair and disabled client transportation services.
• Knowledge and understanding of Native American culture is preferred.

Indian Preference:

• Indian and Tribal Preference will apply, as per policy. (Must submit tribal documentation with application to qualify for Indian Preference).