Transporter PRN / Bartow / DH

Peace River Center; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace River Center in Bartow, FL is seeking a Transporter to safely move clients and staff to and from various locations, including after discharge and medical appointments.

Your responsibilities include conducting vehicle inspections, completing required paperwork, maintaining trip logs, and following safety protocols. A valid Class C-CDL with passenger endorsement is required, and you must arrive on time and adhere to agency policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in public service; transporting individuals with disabilities, the elderly, or similar populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients and staff to designated locations and after discharge.
• Perform required vehicle inspections and complete paperwork.
• Maintain pre-trip and daily mileage logs as required.
• Adhere to safety protocols and agency policies.
• Attend scheduled hours, meetings, and trainings.

Skills

Customer service

Safety compliance

Professional communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Transporter is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of clients and staff members to and from designated locations, including transport after discharge, field trips and appointments. This position requires vehicle inspections, completion of required paperwork, and adherence to safety protocols. The Transporter must maintain a valid Class C-CDL license with the appropriate passenger endorsement and comply with all applicable policies and regulations.

In the performance of their respective task and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Adhere to all PRC policies and Code of Conduct standards and at all times exhibit allPRC's Core Values.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and vendors.
• Work independently, while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations, as required.
• Ability to arrive/report to work on time and ready to work.
• Ability to abide by principles of EEO compliance and a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a group/team setting.
• Ability to show respect to others.
• Ability to take guidance and direction from supervisors.
• Ability to report to work with clean hygiene.
• Ability to adhere to Company/Program dress code standards.
• Ability to professionally communicate with others.
• Ability to safely operate a multi-passenger vehicle or bus for up to 8 hours daily.
• Strong attention to detail for completing required paperwork and vehicle inspections.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Capable of completing vehicle inspections in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Center, except in cases where reasonable accommodation may be required and feasible.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and respond to emergencies as necessary.
• Attending all scheduled work hours, meetings, training, and other required functions.
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections of the vehicle(s) to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Maintain pre-trip logs and daily mileage logs as required.
• Transportation may be provided between Peace River Center facilities or to external community locations.
• Transport clients from the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) as needed, including after-hours trips, which may require travel outside the county.
• Maintain and update client sign-in logs for all trips.
• Complete other tasks and duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Nursing

Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Previous experience working with the public, preferably in human services.

Experience in transporting individuals with disabilities, the elderly, and/or

Certifications:

None

Training:

Complete all PRC-required pieces of training.

Complete all contact hours required for certification renewal (if applicable)

Attend all PRC clinical and administrative functions deemed appropriate by the supervisor.

Safety Equipment:

• Universal Precautions
• Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Rules and Regulations
• Life Safety Equipment (Fire Extinguisher)

Transportation:

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C-CDL license with a passenger endorsement and a safe driving record.

- Must be at least 25 years of age.

- Must meet the minimum qualifications to be insured by the Agency's

auto insurance carrier. Must submit to periodic random drug screenings.

- Compliance with all relevant regulations outlined in ADM-AP-020.

- Completion of 8 hours of professional development training annually, including all required PRC training.

Machines, Tool and Equipment Used:

None

As an employee of Peace River Center, if you are not assigned a company-issued phone, you will be required to authorize the use of the Microsoft Authenticator app on your personal mobile device. This is necessary to access our payroll and communication system, Paycor, and Microsoft email as examples. This will ensure secure and efficient communication with the organization

Supervisory Relationship(s):

None

The work environment is fast-paced and consists of exposure to physical conditions typical of a normal office environment. The populations cared for will include patients who are confused, delusional, irrational, agitated, or uncooperative. Most of the job is performed while sitting, although the work may require occasional standing or walking and/or the lifting and carrying of small objects. A small amount of travel may be required for meetings etc. to another PRC location.

Work Requirements (PRN Status):

PRN employees are required to remain active by working a minimum of two (2) shifts per month.

Failure to meet this requirement for two (2) consecutive months may result in removal from the active PRC roster and termination of PRN status.

Continued employment as a PRN team member is contingent upon meeting this scheduling requirement.

EEO Statement

One of the greatest assets of the PRC is the ethnic, cultural, and social diversity of its employees. PRC takes great pride in the diversity and values and respect of all its employees, regardless of race, color, sex, marital status religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, disability, gender identification, or sexual orientation.