Paratransit Driver: Health Transit & Passenger Support

Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe is hiring a Paratransit Driver to support health-related transportation for LEKT patients in Port Angeles, WA. The role involves safe operation of tribal vehicles and ensuring timely, compassionate service for passengers, including wheelchair users.

Responsibilities include documenting trips, coordinating with supervisors, and maintaining confidentiality. A valid WA driver license, clean record, and Paratransit certification are required; Indian Preference applies per

Qualifications

• Must have current Washington State driver license and an insurable driver’s record.
• Must have the ability to obtain Paratransit Driver Certification of Completion when offered.
• Must have clean driving and criminal record of at least three years.
• Pass a background check and meets DSHS requirements.
• Pass a Driver Abstract Report.
• Must be alcohol and drug free.
• Must pass a new hire employment drug screening as well as periodic testing throughout employment.
• Must have a working telephone or cell phone for contact.
• Must be tactful and respectful to passengers with high regard to confidential matters.
• Must be able to communicate with staff and tribal community.
• Must be able to pass the IHS HIPAA training and sign the Oath of Confidentiality form required by LEKT.
• Must have knowledge or experience using computers, copiers and fax machines.
• Must hold a current Paratransit compliant First Aid and CPR card.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to pass the IHS “ISSA” Information Systems Security Awareness training and comply with the “IT” Information Technology Department to gain access to a computer for pertinent emails, communications, actions and updates that all employees receive regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operates tribal vehicle(s) to transport LEKT patients to health-related appointments.
• Assist passengers when entering and leaving vehicle including wheelchair passengers.
• Communicate access and/or loading problems to supervisor.
• Maintain passenger and vehicle usage records.
• Keep vehicle interior clean. Report any vehicle maintenance concerns to supervisor.
• Submit incident/accident report to supervisor or designee within 24 hours.
• Responsible for keeping updated on all transportation policies and procedures.
• Must get prior authorization from supervisor or designee to transport passengers.
• Maintains confidentiality information on all passengers who are transported.
• Keep the Community Manager and Transportation Coordinator informed of how to contact you.
• Must maintain timely communication with the Community Health Manager.
• Perform other duties as relevant to job.

Skills

Disability assistance

Effective communication

Documentation skills

Confidentiality handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computers

Copiers

Fax machines

Paratransit software

Job description

Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe is hiring a Paratransit Driver to support health-related transportation for LEKT patients in Port Angeles, WA. The role involves safe operation of tribal vehicles and ensuring timely, compassionate service for passengers, including wheelchair users.

Responsibilities include documenting trips, coordinating with supervisors, and maintaining confidentiality. A valid WA driver license, clean record, and Paratransit certification are required; Indian Preference applies per