Wheelchair Van Driver

Schedule: Full Time, Mon- Fri 7:00 am -3:30pm with some flexibility needed due to participant schedules

Summary of Job Duties: The Van Driver is primarily responsible for transporting older adults to and from the day center and their residence, to outside appointments and activities, delivering medical equipment, etc.

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Experience: 

• Previous passenger transportation experience is required, including experience transporting individuals with special mobility needs or equivalent.
• Prior experience in the geriatric field helpful.
• Five years of driving experience required

Required Certifications/Licensure:

• Valid PA Driver's License with a clean driving record for the past 2 years
• Must be able to pass DOT physical

• Knowledge of the area roads in the program area.
• Ability to read a road map.
• Ability to deal professionally and diplomatically with participants and other staff.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be mentally alert and have the ability to effectively plan and organize assignments in the most efficient manner.
• Must be flexible, adaptable and able to function in stressful situations.

Please Note: Candidates must be able to pass a DOT physical. In addition, Community LIFE will randomly drug and alcohol-test employees in Van Driver and Escort positions for compliance with its drug and alcohol-free workplace policy on a quarterly basis.