What are the responsibilities and job description for the Van Driver (Paratransit Wheelchair Lift) position at LIFE Pittsburgh?
Description :
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
About LIFE Pittsburgh
LIFE Pittsburgh, a growing nonprofit organization with approximately 400 employees, is a community-based alternative to nursing home care and assisted living. Through the LIFE Pittsburgh program, frail older adults can remain in their own home and receive a coordinated plan of care that enables them to maintain their independence and enjoy a safe and active life in the community. Our health teams of geriatric physicians and nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation specialists and other health care professionals assess our Participants' needs and desires, plan and approve services with them and their family or caregiver, monitor for changes and provide timely interventions. Primary care and community services are provided through our Day Health Centers and through our in-home program according to an individual Participant's needs.
What We Offer
Rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
401(k) with Company Match, vested immediately.
Life Insurance
Want to further your education? We offer Tuition Reimbursement!
Paid Time Off – Grows every pay period and rolls over into new year!
Responsibilities
Providing safe transportation for LIFE Pittsburgh Participants in a timely, competent manner per established protocols and procedures. Ensures participant safety on the vehicle including the use of safety belt restraints, wheelchair and object securement, and monitoring of safe transport behaviors. Responsible for vehicle inspections for safe operations and records. Ensures adherence to scheduled transports for safe and timely movement of participants to and from the center, to external appointments and other locations as indicated. Responsible for strong communication with interdisciplinary team and transportation department to ensure optimal safety, care and service.
Shift
Monday-Friday, Daylight
Location / Travel Required
Travel to multiple Participants residences and other places throughout a shift is required. Service areas vary. (Western Allegheny County)
Requirements :
Must have possession of valid PA driver’s license and a clean driving record
High School Diploma or GED
One year of experience transporting geriatric, frail or disabled passengers is required
