Driver

Loving Health Care, Inc.; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health care provider in Clinton, MS, is seeking a driver to provide non-emergency transportation services to program participants. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, minimum two years of driver experience, and a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include safely transporting participants, documenting trips, and assisting with care when not driving. Candidates should possess good judgment, communication skills, and empathy for vulnerable individuals.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a driver for persons.
• At least 21 years old with a valid driver license.
• Certification in CPR and first aid.
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Pick participants up from their residence and transport them safely.
• Document trips including names of passengers.
• Assist with direct care of participants when not driving.

Skills

Good judgment

Safe driving skills

Communication

Empathy for individuals who are ill, elderly, and/or disabled

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

A driver provides non‑emergency transportation services to our program participants. As with all positions within LHC Seniors Association, Inc., drivers are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards.

Job Duties

• Pick participants up from their residence, safely transport to the day center in the morning and return them to their residence at the end of the day
• Use good judgment and safe driving skills while being courteous to participants.
• Communicate with program management to report any problems or delays.
• Document trips, including names of passengers and destination of pick‑up and drop‑off points.
• Maintain the vehicle’s appearance and notify the manager if the vehicle requires servicing
• Transport participants safely to and from scheduled activity outings.
• Assist with direct care of participants when not driving.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma/GED, and at least for two (2) years, either full‑time or an equivalent, experience as a driver of persons
• At least 21 years of age and have a current valid driver license to operate the transportation vehicle, to which they are assigned
• Certification in CPR and first aid
• Valid Mississippi driver license and access to reliable transportation
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision/observation
• Physical ability to perform tasks required
• Ability to recognize signs of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation; ability to follow procedures required when working with vulnerable adults
• Knowledge of how to respond to falls, fires, and knowledge of emergency numbers for contacting emergency personnel if required
• Absence of communicable diseases as verified by a physician
• Interest in, and empathy for, individuals who are ill, elderly, and/or disabled; and social interaction with participants
• Emotional maturity and ability to respond to individuals and situations in a responsible manner
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to deal effectively, assertively and cooperatively with a variety of people
• Absence of any criminal convictions related to violent crime and/or crime substantially related to the dependent population

Job Responsibility

• Drivers must complete and submit to a Criminal Record Check
• Drivers must meet current state and federal motor carrier safety regulations and guidelines
• Drivers must be trained in Passenger Assistance and Sensitivity, First Aid, CPR/AED, and Blood Borne Pathogens