Transportation Assistant - Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm (...

JOB DESCRIPTION TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANT GENERAL STATEMENT: While this position specifies responsibilities, requirements and duties in certain operational areas, this person is an employee at will of Independent Living Services, Inc. and will be expected to respond to such requests not specifically contained herein. This person must maintain the attitude that he/she works for the total organization, and as such, exhibit proper cooperation, enthusiasm and interest in all areas deemed necessary for the continuing success of ILS programs. Knowledge of the ILS Policy and Personnel Manuals is required. JOB SUMMARY: The Transportation Manager works directly under the supervision of the Operations Director. Position will involve computer use of various programs, i.e., Excel/Access/Microsoft Word. They will perform related responsibilities as required or assigned. It is important this person has a good working relationship with other managers, families, and individuals served. It is the responsibility of this employee to be familiar with ILS Policies and Procedures and to work in such a way that supervision and services are provided in an effective manner consistent with policies, procedures of ILS and Federal and State laws/regulations. It is also the responsibility of this person to be familiar with transportation rules and regulations. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General duties and guiding principles: * Focus first on the person being served, and understand that my role in direct supports will require flexibility, creativity, and commitment. * Know and respect the values of the people I support and facilitate their expression of choices related to those values. * Provide advocacy when the individual's preferences, needs, or talents are neglected or overlooked. * Encourage growth and recognize the autonomy of the individuals receiving services while also being attentive reducing their risk of harm. * Develop relationships with the individuals I support that are respectful, based on mutual trust, and that maintains professional boundaries. * Address challenging behaviors proactively and respectfully, using methods outlined in the ILS Employee Handbook, and follow any behavior management plans in effect for specific individuals. * Help individuals I support understand and express their rights and responsibilities. * Recognize that each individual I provide services to has potential for lifelong learning and growth. * Assist the individuals I support to understand their options and the possible consequences of their options as they relate to their physical and emotional health and well being. * Be conscious of my own values and how they influence my professional decisions. * Maintain competency in my profession through continued learning and attending and being an active participant in staff meetings and trainings. * Assume responsibility and accountability for my actions and decisions. * Recognize the importance of modeling valued behaviors to co-workers, individuals receiving services, and the community at large. * Practice responsible work habits. * Being on time for work * Completing all necessary documentation to assure compliance with all state and federal regulations. These may include, but are not limited to: daily data sheets and clinic notes, attendance logs, time records, incident reports, behavior reports, accident reports, seizure reports, etc. * Maintaining strict confidentiality for all consumer information, and facility operations Job Duties: * Driving Duties * To provide individuals with necessary transportation for purposes of attending work, school, medical appointments, grocery and/or personal shopping, bill paying, banking, recreation/leisure activities, etc.; * Operate vehicle(s) in a safe manner through use of defensive driving skills, use of seat belts, observation of all traffic laws, and maintain proper control of passengers without being rude; * Complete required paperwork for the operation of the vehicle(s) such as FTA reports, ILS maintenance checklist, accident/incident reports; * Assist with van maintenance of all vehicles by keeping van/s clean, filled with gasoline/oil, reporting any problems to supervisor and arranging for repair; * Assist supervisor in developing bus routes in the most expedient and economical manner; * Be a "role model" for individuals served by ILS and a representative of Independent Living Services, Inc.. * Transportation Operations * Providing services within established time frames * Implements vehicle preventative maintenance programs and activities for the purpose of ensuring vehicles are maintained in a safe and effective operating condition. * Implements Safety Program * Completes Site Inspections * Be familiar with all ILS/CLI emergency procedures, especially those that are related to operating a vehicle * Ensures scheduled cleaning of vehicles are performed as assigned. * Assist in training staff on duties and responsibilities * Additional Job Duties * Assist in the development of periodic reports. * Performs administrative tasks as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator. * Participates in all staff meetings and staff trainings as required. * Maintains confidentiality of all information received regarding ILS and the confidentiality shall be in compliance with ILS non-disclosure policy. * Other duties as assigned. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonable related job duties as assigned. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Independent Living Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, origin, marital status, or veteran status. QUALIFICATIONS: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; experience transportation or management in developmental disability field preferred; have strong computer software skills, have basic knowledge of general office skills and equipment i.e. typing, computer, filing, calculator, copy & fax machine.; Must maintain a current CPR and First Aid Certification, complete a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education annually, This person must be able to operate a vehicle; have a good driving record, communicate clearly with people through good verbal and writing skills; and be able to do occasional lifting up to 40 pounds Drivers must have no health conditions that would compromise the safety of the passengers in their care while operating the vehicle. A driver will need a current health examination in their personnel file. Drug testing will be a part of the health exam with no cost to the employee. This will need to be completed annually. A driver must have vision of 20/40 corrected, normal hearing in both ears and be free of any medical conditions that could endanger the safety of the passengers (such as blood pressure problems, diabetes, epilepsy, etc.). BENEFITS: See Employee Handbook - Section 201 - 201A. Benefits eligibility is based on category classification and hours worked per week. NOTE: Part-time employees working less than 30 hours weekly do not qualify for benefits. __________________________________________________ ___________________________ Employee Signature Date _________________________________________________ ___________________________ Supervisor Signature Date REV: 6/2021

Created: 2025-04-23