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Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)

Van Driver

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS), Lanham, Maryland, United States, 20706

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About the job The Van Driver under the supervision of the Transportation Manager is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of Senior Community Care (SCC) participants. Responsible for communicating any safety issue to the Transportation Manager.

Job Highlights

$19.25-$23.25 per hour

403(b) Retirement Plan

Career scholarships

Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

Required Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent

Valid Driver’s License in state of hire

CDL license within six (6) months of hire required if location utilizes vehicles requiring a CDL license

Minimum of one year experience working with the frail and elderly population

Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact

Essentials

Responsible for Senior Community Care passengers during transport, providing care in a manner which ensures participant satisfaction

Follows assigned schedule, makes adjustments to meet unanticipated changes, while considering the needs of the participant and requirements of the PACE Center. Communicates these changes to dispatch

Operates equipment safely and in compliance with vehicle licensing regulations

Maintains and completes daily required records (Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections, gasoline purchases)

Immediately reports to Transportation Manager any vehicle or cell phone operating problems, malfunction, or incidents out of the ordinary routine

Transports participants to and from medical/specialist appointments and activity outings as requested by the Interdisciplinary Team via the plan of care

Transports meals, durable medical equipment, pharmacy, and other items as deemed necessary for participants

Senior Community Care of Maryland - PACE Senior Community Care of Maryland - PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. PACE is a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. Our team members include clinical professionals, personal care providers, van drivers, activity assistants and culinary employees among others. Most positions offer flexible work schedules with some weekends. VOANS emphasizes paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity At VOANS, we celebrate diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our mission and creates an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

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