Wheelchair Van Driver

Wheelchair Van Driver

Community LIFE McKeesport, Pennsylvania, United States

Locations: Mc Keesport

Schedule: Full Time, Mon‑Fri 6:45 am – 4 pm

Salary: $16.50–$18 per hour, based on experience

Summary of

Job Duties:

The Van Driver is primarily responsible for transporting older adults to and from the day center and their residence, to outside appointments and activities, delivering medical equipment, etc.

Required

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• Previous passenger transportation experience is required, including experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs or equivalent.
• Prior experience in the geriatric field helpful.
• Five years of driving experience required.

Required Certifications/Licensure:

• Valid PA Driver's License with a clean driving record for the past 2 years
• Must be able to pass DOT physical

Required Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

• Knowledge of the area roads in the program area.
• Ability to read a road map.
• Ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with participants and other staff.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be mentally alert and have the ability to effectively plan and organize assignments in the most efficient manner.
• Must be flexible, adaptable and able to function in stressful situations.

Please Note: Candidates must be able to pass a DOT physical. Community LIFE will randomly drug and alcohol‑test employees in Van Driver and Escort positions for compliance with its drug and alcohol‑free workplace policy on a quarterly basis.

$16.5 – $18 Hourly Wage