TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR (DSA III)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Transportation Operator (DSA III) at Eastern State Hospital in Williamsburg, VA. The role involves escorting and transporting patients on/off campus using handi‑vans, stretcher vans, and general vehicles, and providing direct care support to patients on the unit.

The position may require working different shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and could require overtime during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for the past three years in all states in which licensed.
• Experience operating general use vehicles (sedans, passenger vans, and trucks up to 13 tons GVWR).

Responsibilities

• Escort, assist, and transport patients on/off campus via handi‑vans, stretcher vans, and general use vehicles.
• Provide direct care support to mentally ill patients on assigned unit; assist laundry services; social mailroom coverage when needed.
• Monitor patients during downtime or between runs; supervise visitation hours; be available for emergency shifts as required.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Experience operating general use to 13

Education

QMHP certification

Job description

Title:

TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR (DSA III)

State Role Title:

Psychiatric Technicians

Hiring Range:

$41,181 - $56,830

Pay Band:

1

Agency:

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:

Eastern State Hospital

Agency Website:

https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilitiies/esh/

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G

Job Duties

Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773, with an emphasis on community focused mental health care. This state-of-the‑art campus, situated on 500 acres, consists of two patient care buildings with 300 patients, and a highly skilled staff of over 900. Eastern State Hospital is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) system and is accredited by the Joint Commission. ESH invites applications for the position of TRANSPORTATION OPERATOR (PCT). This position provides escort, assistance, and transportation for patient‑related on/off campus activities via handi‑vans, stretcher vans, and general use vehicles; provide direct care support to mentally ill patients on an assigned unit; assist laundry services; provide coverage in the mailroom when additional support is needed; assist with patient monitoring on secure hallways during downtime or in between scheduled runs; and provide monitoring during patient/family visitation during normal work hours.

This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency, pandemic, or facility need. All ESH positions may be required to work different shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays, and/or overtime as requested, in the event of an emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for the past three years in all states in which licensed.
• Experience operating general use vehicles (including sedans, passenger vans, and trucks up to 13 tons GVWR).

Additional Considerations

• Experience working an inpatient program with individuals with psychiatric and developmental disabilities.
• QMHP certification.

Contact Information

Name: Eastern State Hospital

Phone: [phone]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.