Job Description

Expected to drive safely along designated routes obey all (local, state and federal) traffic laws, safety procedures and transit regulations. Pick up and drop off passengers at designated locations and medical appointments. Assisting passengers with disabilities to get into the van or bus as needed. Follow all appropriate timetables referenced in the BAWAC standard of conduct guidelines while on duty.  This role will require split shift work schedules  for full time status. Part time shifts available for non-emergency medical runs.

Van Bus Operation

• Operation of vans, busses, or other vehicles for client employee transportation.
• Research and plan for traffic, weather and/or construction
• Maintenance of assigned vehicles in accordance with vehicle maintenance procedures. All maintenance slips are turned into the maintenance coordinator for vehicles in need of repair.
• Maintain appearance of vehicle both inside and out.  This requires vacuuming, mopping, and keeping all windows clear and clean. Use car or truck wash assigned by the manager. Enforce regulations of no smoking, eating, or drinking. Clean inside as deemed necessary.
• Ensure log contained in vehicle is maintained: all mileage, purpose of trips, gas and oil use.
• Driving in a safe and responsible manner. Be courteous to other drivers on the road in addition to all passengers and aids being transported.
• Maintain certification and or licensure as needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside an office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Maintain clean driving record from accidents, citations, or other incidents that may reduce insurability. (Notify Transportation Manager immediately of any accidents or citations.)
• Interact and converse professionally with dignity, respect, and proper courtesy, and follow program plan specifications as notified by transportation coordinator.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information sufficiently to transportation coordinator or staff of various programs or providers regarding client behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required within the transportation department.

 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• At least one year of driving experience to perform the job safely
• Excellent navigation skills and proficiency in using navigation applications to find locations
• Time management and organizational skills to stay on schedule
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients
• Physical stamina and good upper body strength to transport, move or assist clients with disabilities.  Drivers must be able to bend, crouch, squat, and be able to push wheelchairs without restriction.
• Ability to be licensed and or certified as needed for areas of responsibility.
• Physical stamina and strong mobility to clean vehicle as needed and assist all passengers as needed
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 80% of the time with approximately 20% of time spent assisting passengers on and off the vehicles.
• Full time will require 30+ hours worked each week.

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Proudworks began serving clients in 1973. Throughout the years Proudworks has expanded and developed new programs to meet the needs of people with disabilities and/or barriers to employment in our community, and we have had a meaningful impact on the lives of thousands of incredibly gifted individuals and their trusting families. Both in and outside the doors of Proudworks our adult clients realize their full vocational potential. A day with us is the means for an active lifestyle, improved self-worth, community interaction, and the social connection on which our clients thrive. Our programs provide a safe and secure environment – a trusted place where client families know their loved one is professionally cared for each day.

Subcontracted work for business was a novel concept at our start. We did pallet repair and small parts assembly, manufactured ceramic items, and assembled skate wheel conveyors. Today we run a myriad of jobs for a wide variety of manufacturers. Contracts with area businesses enable Proudworks to provide diverse production work experiences through assembling, collating, packaging, bagging, sealing, building, and repairing.

We led the way in Supported Employment, starting the first such program in Kentucky, by placing persons with disabilities into competitive jobs with job coaching. Similarly, we collaborate with special education programs in the school-to-work transition and have developed a partnership with NKU’s Norse Project SEARCH.

Our transportation department accommodates over a hundred clients. Over the years our fleet has grown to over 40 vehicles providing daily access from home to programs and employment for Medicaid waiver eligible consumers in six counties. We are also proud to serve Medicaid eligible individuals by providing non-emergency medical runs through NKADD and FTSB in the Northern Kentucky region.

Proudworks' journey has taken some remarkable twists and turns, but our founder and President Ken Schmidt has remained resolute at the helm. Thanks to our exceptional and dedicated staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, business customers and supporters and despite changes in policies, laws, regulations, and funding – we continue to thrive!

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off policy
• Generous holiday schedule

Equal Opportunity Employment
BAWAC, Inc. and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work,

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