Paratransit Driver - Community Health

OVERVIEW

This is for a Paratransit Driver to serve health-related transport needs of Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. This position includes safe operation of small and large transit vehicles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates tribal vehicle(s) to transport LEKT patients to health-related appointments. Assist passengers when entering and leaving vehicle including wheelchair passengers. Communicate access and/or loading problems to supervisor. Maintain passenger and vehicle usage records. Keep vehicle interior clean. Report any vehicle maintenance concerns to supervisor.

Submit incident/accident report to supervisor or designee within 24 hours. Responsible for keeping updated on all transportation policies and procedures. Must get prior authorization from supervisor or designee to transport passengers. Maintains confidentiality information on all passengers who are transported. Keep the Community Manager and Transportation Coordinator informed of how to contact you.

Must maintain timely communication with the Community Health Manager. Perform other duties as relevant to job. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must have current Washington State driver license and an insurable driver’s record. Must have the ability to obtain Paratransit Driver Certification of Completion when offered. Must have clean driving and criminal record of at least three years.

Pass a background check and meets DSHS requirements. Pass a Driver Abstract Report. Must be alcohol and drug free. Must pass a new hire employment drug screening as well as periodic testing throughout employment. Must have a working telephone or cell phone for contact. Must be tactful and respectful to passengers with high regard to confidential matters.

Must be able to communicate with staff and tribal community. Must be able to pass the IHS HIPAA training and sign the Oath of Confidentiality form required by LEKT. Must have knowledge or experience using computers, copiers and fax machines. Must hold a current Paratransit compliant First Aid and CPR card. Must have a high school diploma or GED.

Must be able to pass the IHS “ISSA” Information Systems Security Awareness training and comply with the “IT” Information Technology Department to gain access to a computer for pertinent emails, communications, actions and updates that all employees receive regularly. Knowledge and Abilities Required: Ability to work with and assist people with disabilities.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Working knowledge of the service area required. Good knowledge of the safe operations of vehicles and the Washington State Motor Vehicle Laws. Ability to document and report transports accurately, correctly and timely. Ability to submit accurate, complete transport reports to the Community Health Manager each Friday by 5pm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to lift and carry at least 25 pounds and load/unload wheelchair. Sitting, standing, stretching or reaching for objects. Must be alert, attentive and focus when operating a vehicle. Must be able to sit in a vehicle for long periods of time. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to comply with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe “Drug-Free Workplace” policies.

Must be able to comply with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe “Employee Handbook” policies. This position is subject to Indian Preference in hiring, in accordance with P.L. 93-638.