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.