What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver/ MVO/HT position at Merakey?
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Hospital Tripper/Driver to join our team at our program in Coraopolis, PA.
No experience required - we provide PAID training.
Earn $18/hr. with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.
Staff will be required to follow a designated routine and assignments as outlined by the HSS/AHSS. Escorts residents via Merakey/Allegheny Valley School vehicles or emergency vehicles to doctors' offices, health centers or emergency rooms. Ensures safe transportation, i.e., secures wheelchairs and individuals in vehicles and supervises during transport. Develops and maintains professional rapport with personnel of doctors' offices, clinics and hospitals. This is a non-professional position entailing the operation of the facilities motor vehicles while transporting individuals to and from medical appointments, trips, and to and from their residence to the program centers as designated.
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Qualifications:
Previous experience driving various size vehicles (non CDL). Must maintain a valid driver’s license. A high school diploma is required. Related work experience with individuals with IDD and/or direct care experience is preferred.
This is a non-professional position entailing the operation of the facility’s motor vehicles while transporting SFR individuals to and from medical appointments/trips, transportation to and from SFRs or Program Centers as designated. The MVO/PA/HT SFR is also involved with providing direct care to individuals with Intellectual Developmental disabilities. Staff also provide assistance with transfers/lifts as well as hygiene while on medical appointments Direct supervision is provided by the Health Services Supervisor/Nursing Department.
Salary : $18