Driver (full-time)

UNA LOCATION: Portage Industries - Ravenna, OH
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for transporting our clients to and from our facility daily, plus occasional outings, following all prescribed safety rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operates motor vehicles in adherence to agent, local and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrates physical ability to ensure driving competency and efficiency
• Works cooperatively with other staff, the individuals served, families and other agencies in completion of duties assigned.
• Carry out basic written/oral instructions (often detailed); read/copy/record figures accurately
• Inspects and maintains cleanliness of vehicles; maintains and/or prepares required logs/reports.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements
• May be required to restrain individuals who present risk of harm to self or others
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS and CHARACTERISTICS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years experience driving large vans to transport individuals preferred
• Warm, caring demeanor
• Ability to communicate verbally; add, subtract, read, write and follow instructions
• Must be insurable to drive
• Reliable punctuality and attendance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, stretch, bend and lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to push clients in wheelchairs if necessary. May be required to physically restrain client if behavior is a danger to themselves or others. Eyesight capabilities must be sufficient to perform job functions. Hearing must be adequate to perform these functions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess valid drivers license w/ less than 6 points
• Must pass criminal background check
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam
• Must obtain and maintain current First Aid and CPR/AED Certificates
• Complete all DODD training requirements

FLSA: Hourly non-exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri approx 7am-3pm; occasional nights/weekends

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 90 days

EMPLOYEE STATUS: Full-time

NOTE: This position description is intended to give a general idea of the types of requirements entailed in the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive or complete list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Working conditions may exist that are not such as normally exist in the occupation of the public employee. These conditions may include exposure to blood borne pathogens, communicable disease, potentially infectious materials, and/or aggressive behavior.

As an employee of UNA, the job incumbent shall demonstrate respect for, support the dignity of, maintain the confidentiality of and observe the rights of all individuals served by the agency.

UNA is committed to the delivery of services and supports in an environment characterized by strict conformance with the highest standards of accountability in all areas of service delivery and business functions. Each employee affiliated with UNA has a commitment to refrain from all acts of: Fraud, Abuse, fiscal mismanagement, and misappropriation of funds and to report suspected cases of the same.

UNA does not discriminate based on disability, race, gender, national origin, religion, sex or age

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16