VAN DRIVER-PART TIME
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Athelas Institute, Inc.
Baltimore, MD, US
Summary
Provide safe transportation for supported persons using company vehicles while maintaining vehicle cleanliness and safety standards. Support individuals according to their Person-Centered and Nursing Care Plans and complete all required agency documentation.
Job Description
Job Title: Direct Support Professional DOT Driver
Department: Transportation Services
Essential Job Functions:
- Provide transportation via company vehicles to supported persons. DSP Driver must have a current Driver’s License and meet the agency driving requirements.
- DSP must maintain a clean and safe vehicle. All maintenance problems must be reported to the supervisor.
- Transport residents to and from destinations safely.
- Maintain van interior and exterior to be clean and ready to operate, full of gas.
- Ensure the Company vehicle(s) is regularly maintained to meet safe operating standards.
- Strictly follow and abide by all local and state driving laws to include always wearing a seat belt.
- Complete all state and agency required documentation in accordance with stated guidelines and deadlines.
- Maintains positive, professional working relationships.
- The driver will support person in accordance with the Person-Centered Plan, Behavior Support Plan (if applicable), and Nursing Care Plan.
- Immediately report any, and all, driving accidents, mishaps, violations, citations, tickets, etc. to your direct supervisor.
- The driver must assist supported person on and off the van.
- Staff will be required to utilize agency electronic systems for communication, progress notes, incident report filing, etc.
- Treat everyone with dignity and respect at all times.
- Check, and respond to emails daily to maintain proper communication.
- Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings.
- Must complete all required and assigned trainings. CPR / First Aid, Mandt Systems, medication technician certification must be refreshed within timelines and certification must have current status.
- All other duties that may be requested by the Transportation Director
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Training and Experience:
Preferred DDA core competencies, Mandt Systems Training, CPR / First Aid, MTTP
Experience working with people with IDD/DD preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements:
Person must be able to walk, stand, and sit for up to 8 hours. Person must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more based on assigned supported person (using health and safety lifting / turning techniques or assistive devices).
Person must be able to successfully demonstrate all Mandt Systems training physical interventions and techniques, to include assisting supported person to standing, providing assistance with ambulation, physical releases, and physical restraints.
Qualifications:
Driver must be at least 21 years have a valid driver’s license with 3 years of driving experience with no more than 2 points. Must have completed DOT physical or eligible to pass DOT
Benefits:
Insurances: Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac
Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
PTO: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Retirement Plan: 403B plan
Employee Credit Union (SECU)
Paid DDA and new hire trainings
Paid Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
Paid Medication Administration Training
Limited Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Sunny Day Fund
*dependent on Full or Part time status
Please Note: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. All working hours and location may be subject to change
Athelas Institute, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was created in 1976 to inspire and enrich the lives of adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Our mission:
“Providing opportunities for growth and personal accomplishment to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities complemented by quality services and meaningful community engagement.”
Our vision:
“To participate in a world where all people are empowered to live a life of opportunity, individual satisfaction and success.”
Athelas has remained a recognized leader in its field for providing creative programs that meet the needs of individuals who use its services.
Athelas Institute Services ~
¨ Day Opportunities –
Services include customized/supported
employment; community integrated
activities, opportunities & outreach;
enhanced vocational; meaningful days.
¨ Residential Opportunities –
Services for individuals, small groups, and
group home participants with supervision
and support based on the needs of the
individuals.
¨ Family & Individual Support Services -
Services are designed to meet the needs of
the individuals & their families at home, as
well as, enhance community participation.
¨ Personal Supports -
Services are focused on teaching and
enhancing daily living skills, in the home
and community, and are provided directly
to the individual.
¨ Community Learning Services –
Services are designed to meet the unique
needs of our individuals with a focus on
community based integration & activity.
Services Are Provided To Individuals Residing In:
■Howard County
■ Baltimore County
■Carroll County*
■Baltimore City
*Limited services available
Founded
1976
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Columbia, MD
Athelas Institute, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was created in 1976 to inspire and enrich the lives of adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Our mission:
“Providing opportunities for growth and personal accomplishment to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities complemented by quality services and meaningful community engagement.”
Our vision:
“To participate in a world where all people are empowered to live a life of opportunity, individual satisfaction and success.”
Athelas has remained a recognized leader in its field for providing creative programs that meet the needs of individuals who use its services.
Athelas Institute Services ~
¨ Day Opportunities –
Services include customized/supported
employment; community integrated
activities, opportunities & outreach;
enhanced vocational; meaningful days.
¨ Residential Opportunities –
Services for individuals, small groups, and
group home participants with supervision
and support based on the needs of the
individuals.
¨ Family & Individual Support Services -
Services are designed to meet the needs of
the individuals & their families at home, as
well as, enhance community participation.
¨ Personal Supports -
Services are focused on teaching and
enhancing daily living skills, in the home
and community, and are provided directly
to the individual.
¨ Community Learning Services –
Services are designed to meet the unique
needs of our individuals with a focus on
community based integration & activity.
Services Are Provided To Individuals Residing In:
■Howard County
■ Baltimore County
■Carroll County*
■Baltimore City
*Limited services available
Founded
1976
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Columbia, MD