Transportation Driver- Mini House
Company
JWCH Institute
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
48,579–51,038 a year
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Job Description
Position Purpose:
The Transportation Driver driver is located at Women and Children’s Program in South Los Angeles. The driver is responsible to transport mothers and children safely to appointments and other transports. The Transportation Driver will also uphold the JWCH mission to improve the health status and wellbeing of under-served segments of the population of Los Angeles County through the direct provision or coordination of health care, health education, services, and research.
Principal Responsibilities:
• Transports women and children residing at a residential treatment program in South Los Angeles to after hour and weekend appointments in a safe and professional manner.
• Transports residents to 12 Step Meetings, spiritual & religious services, and therapeutic outings
• Capable of making independent decisions for transport
• Able to use navigation system, and make independent decision about transportation directions
• Creates a create weekly and daily transportation schedule with Program Administrator that is understandable to staff and clients
• Communicates daily with staff about status of transportation schedule
• Upholds client rules while being transported (i.e. no food in car, do not deviate)
• Participate in weekly case conference with the Treatment Team, as needed
• Keeps the vehicle clean, regular maintenance, and gas tank filled
• Follow all COVID 19 and other health and safety protocols
• Keeps a Transportation Log Book that tracks trips destination, departure and return
• Assists clients with establishing bus routes via Google Maps
• Coordinate Uber Health transports
• Pick up program items from Corporate Office or other location as indicated
• Distribute program marketing cards in the community during drop offs
• Assist with program needs at the facility when not transporting
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid California Class B Driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years professional driving experience.
• 5 years DMV printout of no driving violations.
• Must pass mandatory and random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population.
• Knowledgeable of bookkeeping for token distribution, mileage log and gas receipts.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance.
• Knowledge of transportation equipment for physically disabled.
• All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Employee Benefits:
At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.
• Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD/STD).
• Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more!
Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.
JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.
The Transportation Driver driver is located at Women and Children’s Program in South Los Angeles. The driver is responsible to transport mothers and children safely to appointments and other transports. The Transportation Driver will also uphold the JWCH mission to improve the health status and wellbeing of under-served segments of the population of Los Angeles County through the direct provision or coordination of health care, health education, services, and research.
Principal Responsibilities:
• Transports women and children residing at a residential treatment program in South Los Angeles to after hour and weekend appointments in a safe and professional manner.
• Transports residents to 12 Step Meetings, spiritual & religious services, and therapeutic outings
• Capable of making independent decisions for transport
• Able to use navigation system, and make independent decision about transportation directions
• Creates a create weekly and daily transportation schedule with Program Administrator that is understandable to staff and clients
• Communicates daily with staff about status of transportation schedule
• Upholds client rules while being transported (i.e. no food in car, do not deviate)
• Participate in weekly case conference with the Treatment Team, as needed
• Keeps the vehicle clean, regular maintenance, and gas tank filled
• Follow all COVID 19 and other health and safety protocols
• Keeps a Transportation Log Book that tracks trips destination, departure and return
• Assists clients with establishing bus routes via Google Maps
• Coordinate Uber Health transports
• Pick up program items from Corporate Office or other location as indicated
• Distribute program marketing cards in the community during drop offs
• Assist with program needs at the facility when not transporting
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid California Class B Driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years professional driving experience.
• 5 years DMV printout of no driving violations.
• Must pass mandatory and random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population.
• Knowledgeable of bookkeeping for token distribution, mileage log and gas receipts.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance.
• Knowledge of transportation equipment for physically disabled.
• All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Employee Benefits:
At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.
• Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD/STD).
• Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more!
Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.
JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.
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