Driver

The incumbent is responsible for providing transportation and supervision to individuals with developmental disabilities with the goal of helping them achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.

Hours: Schedule may vary with the potential of being part-time or full-time based on client schedules and needs.

Rate of Pay: $18.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies with all WCDC's policies and procedures.
• Treat individuals with dignity and respect at all times and act in a professional manner consistent with WCDC's Mission, Vision, and Core Values.
• Completes all vehicle logs, safety checks, maintenance, and certifications as directed by the Fleet and Facilities Director and transportation policies and procedures.
• Maintains formal and informal communications with immediate supervisor keeping them aware of activities and concerns within the program and follows the chain of command.
• Works cooperatively and professionally with other staff members, is motivated and takes initiative, proposes new ideas and different ways of doing things and is receptive to feedback.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and secure environment for the clients at all times.
• Understands and follows all safety guidelines by following each client's PCP, including but not limited to staffing grids, behavior plans, care plans, etc.
• Completes all required paperwork on a timely basis including but not limited to daily attendance, notes, datasheets, etc.
• Remain sensitive to clients' needs, counsels them, and enables them to make informed choices.
• Interacts with staff, family members, and the community partners in a positive manner.
• Supports WCDC's position during interactions with others, operates according to WCDC's Mission and Vision.
• Reports to work on time and when scheduled and follows appropriate callout policy when unable to report as scheduled.
• Attends required training and meetings. Maintain certifications as required by DDA and WCDC.
• Coach and provide directions to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Safely transport individuals to and from the center and work sites.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years old, with a valid driver's license, and approved to transport clients. Ability to pass and maintain a DOT Certification. License may not be Provisional and have a driving record that reflects responsibility and maturity. Complete all DDA Core Training successfully.

Education/Experience: A High School Diploma/GED.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand and walk 90% of work time; sit and/or drive 10%. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 60 pounds; must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and reach. All the requirements are necessary to properly supervise and assist individuals with disabilities. Should be able to climb stairs/ladder and have good balance. Vision is required to drive.

WCDC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.