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    Transportation Driver Program Assistant - Brockton, MA, United States - Sevita

    Sevita
    Sevita Brockton, MA, United States

    2 weeks ago

    Sevita background
    Full time
    Description

    MENTOR Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs.

    This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while remaining active and involved in the community and continuing to live in their own homes.

    Our programs are staffed with qualified, experienced licensed nurses and caregivers who are trained to provide individual assistance to each person we serve.

    OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS The MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve.

    Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company's mission.

    SUMMARY The Driver and Program Assistant, Transportation provides safe, reliable transportation services between clients' homes, day centers and to/from appointments as needed; and coordinates with the transportation supervisor and clinical team.

    The Driver and PA drives clients and staff to events and outings as directed, and offers safety assistance when boarding and off-loading at all destinations.

    In the capacity as a Program Assistant, additional responsibilities include participation at the day center to facilitate activities, meals and care as needed.

    Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm - No Weekends Pay Rate: $18 Hourly




    Must be bilingual Haitian Creole

    Must have a MA drivers license for 1 year ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below: Transportation Provides safe transportation of clients between home and day center, as well as to/from appointments and program activity locations
    Operates the vehicle in a defensive, safe and courteous manner at all times, including in adverse weather conditions
    Obeys all speed limits and local and state traffic laws
    Operates a two-way radio to maintain communication with dispatcher
    Notifies dispatcher if a member if not home upon arrival (or pick-up) and if a member cannot be returned home due to absence of required supervision
    Maintains daily time log
    Assists adult day services members from door to vehicle, when necessary, and in and out of the vehicle at all times
    Ensures passengers are wearing seat belts whenever the vehicle is in motion
    Lifts and transfers members as needed using proper body mechanics and assistance
    Operates a wheelchair lift, when necessary
    Responsible for the vehicle maintenance
    Conducts daily vehicle inspection using cheek list and informs supervisor of any problems
    Maintains vehicle interior
    Ensures the vehicle is serviced per scheduled maintenance plan

    Notifies supervisor in the event vehicle requires emergency service or repairs Participant's Care and Safety Assists participants in with activities of daily living, including basic personal care, and attending to medical appointments, etc.

    Assists in monitoring clients during breaks and lunchtime, including behavioral concerns, bathroom assistance and general assistance as needed.
    Manages physical transfer of participants by following training guidelines
    Responsible for participant safety and well-being at all times
    Able to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and notifies the supervisor
    Reports to supervisors for any unusual physical or behavioral changes
    Understands "Client Rights and Responsibilities" and serves as an advocate for the Participant
    Interacts with participants in an empathetic, respectful, caring, and dignified manner Programs, Recreation and Activities Assists in the implementation of social, recreational and educational programs, including encouraging social interactions among members
    Assists participants through participation in activities
    Accompanies participants in scheduled activities, appointments or others as designated
    Assists other staff in carrying out program assignments Other Duties Completes necessary documentation, reports, etc. in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner
    Attends staff meetings, conferences, in-services training as assigned by supervisor
    Successfully completes mandatory training
    Assists with compliance of policies and procedures, regulatory and legal requirements of practice
    Follows confidentiality requirements at all times
    Adheres to Participant Bill of Rights and other policies and procedures
    Performs other related duties and activities as required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None required.

    Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job:

    Education and Experience:
    High school diploma or its equivalent and at least 18 years of age
    Prior van driving experience preferred
    Experience in transporting seniors or disabled persons preferred
    Minimum one year experience in providing services to a special needs population, preferably with the elderly Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Current valid Driver's License and car insurance required
    Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if required by state
    All state required training and certification completed in mandated timeframes Other Skills and Abilities: N/A

    Other Requirements:
    Clean Driving record
    Physical in the past 12 months
    Annual TB test
    Competence in CPR and First Aid, as required by state regulations
    Ability to read and respond to written job instructions
    Ability to read road maps and street signs

    Physical Requirements:

    • Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Blood Borne Pathogen Category:
    Job requires performance of duties that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Tasks that do involve exposure are an expectation of employment.

    AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES STATEMENT External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.

    Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life.

    We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

    We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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