Van Driver (Paratransit Wheelchair Lift)

LIFE Pittsburgh; McKees Rocks (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in McKees Rocks seeks a dedicated transportation provider to ensure safe transport for vulnerable older adults. Candidates must possess a valid PA driver's license, a clean driving record, and experience with elder care transport. Responsibilities include adhering to safety protocols and effective communication with an interdisciplinary team to optimize care services. The role offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Possession of valid PA driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Experience driving a paratransit van, school bus, transit bus, or taxi.
• At least one year of experience transporting geriatric, frail, or disabled passengers.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for Participants per established protocols.
• Ensure participant safety including use of safety restraints.
• Responsible for vehicle inspections and scheduled transports.

Skills

Valid PA driver’s license

Clean driving record

Experience driving paratransit van

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

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
• Experience driving a paratransit van, school bus, transit bus, or taxi is required.
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of experience transporting geriatric, frail or disabled passengers is required