Transportation Director for Individuals with Disabilities
1 day ago
The Transportation Director performs critical work in the operation of vehicles to ensure the safe transportation of clients to and from various destinations, while providing exceptional support to passengers as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Conducts daily vehicle pre-check inspections to guarantee the vehicle is in safe mechanical condition, ensuring required safety equipment such as first aid kits and fire extinguishers are available and functioning properly, documenting findings as necessary.
- Fuels the vehicle when necessary.
- Maintains a clean vehicle at all times.
- Exercises extreme caution when passengers are boarding or disembarking the vehicle.
- Administers first aid to passengers if required.
- Assists passengers in securing wheelchairs and other mobility devices as trained.
- Remains knowledgeable about daily route assignments.
- Drives program vehicles on assigned routes to transport passengers as trained and expected.
- Meets strict route schedules and timelines.
- Possesses a working knowledge of the rules and regulations involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.
- Ensures that client care providers, parents, or adult day program staff – and your supervisor – are contacted if passenger(s) will be picked up or dropped off 10 or more minutes later than indicated on route timelines.
- Maintains accurate documentation at all times.
- Reports to the Transportation Manager any observations that would affect passengers' safety or health.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
- Innovation – We encourage creativity and innovation because we believe that by striving for more efficient and effective ways of doing things, we can achieve exceptional results. Our drive for success is shared by all. Our organization focuses on solutions and refuses to maintain the status quo. We challenge our team to be ahead of industry trends as we strive to lead and not follow.
- Collaboration – We believe that working together collaboratively is the foundation of a culture that values teamwork, communication, and cooperation. This belief is central to every part of our business, both internally and externally, and strengthens our community.
- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and for delivering on our commitments. We believe that by being transparent and accountable, we build trust and maintain the respect of our stakeholders.
- Respect – We treat everyone with respect and dignity. We value inclusivity and believe that by upholding a culture of respect, we can foster a positive and supportive work environment. We treat others as we would want to be treated.
- Empathy – We value empathy and understanding in all our interactions. We seek to understand the perspectives and needs of our colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to meet them with kindness and compassion.
- A High School Diploma or GED is preferred; or any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the potential ability to perform the duties of the position and demonstrate safe driving experience in the operation of automotive vehicles.
- Previous experience providing services to persons with developmental, learning, or physical disabilities is preferred but not required.
- A current, valid California Class A or B driver's license with Passenger Endorsement is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained at all times thereafter.
- Drivers are subject to random drug screening as required to comply with CHP and DOT requirements.
- All drivers are enrolled in the DMV Pull Program.
- A Current VDDP Certificate is required within 90 days of employment.
- A Medical Card-DL51 is also required.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 90 days of employment.
- The ability to multi-task and establish priorities is essential.
- The ability to maintain organization in a changing environment is crucial.
- Initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership are key qualities.
- The ability to maintain a flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines is vital.
- Driving 10+ passenger buses is a requirement.
- Operating automotive vehicles is also required.
- The ability to operate telephone, cell phone, push-to-talk units, two-way radios, and GPS is necessary.
- The ability to operate mechanical lifts, wheelchairs, and adaptive equipment is also essential.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, reach, carry, lift, bend, twist, stoop, and kneel. The employee is required to assist with lifting, moving, and transferring residents to and from vehicles and wheelchairs as necessary. The employee may frequently move to interact with fellow employees and/or clients. Additionally, the individual may be required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The work involves a significant amount of locomotion, including the operation of agency vehicles (6-20 passenger buses) on various types of roads, including freeways and in-town.
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