Transportation Provider - PT

Overview:

The Transportation Provider drives facility bus and/or car to transport residents to various places by performing the following duties.

Why work at Shepherd of the Valley?

Shepherd of the Valley (SOV) offers a wide range of benefits as part of you total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing with SOV retirement options; enjoy generous paid holidays and time off; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. Here are some highlights of our compensation plan.

• Annual Performance Reviews
• Insurance - Medical, dental, eye and prescription drug coverage are available to eligible employees. SOV offers a fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
• Flexible Spending Plan - SOV offers a flexible spending account that allows you to pay certain medical expenses as well as child care on a pre-tax basis.
• Paid Time Off - SOV employees begin accumulating paid time off (PTO) hours immediately.
• Paid Holidays - SOV recognizes 7 paid holidays; those who work a holiday are paid double time. In the third year of service all employees are paid for their birthday and choice of floating holiday.
• Retirement - Employees are eligible to participate in SOV's 403(b) tax deferred annuity from their first day.
• Education Support - SOV's Professional Development Scholarship awards $1,000 each year to employees pursuing further education in their field including free STNA classes.
• Student Loan Forgiveness up to $2500 paid out over 4 years.
• Partnership with Ohio University - SOV employees are eligible for a 5% discount for undergraduate programs, and 10% for graduate programs.
• Additional Perks and Bonuses - SOV employees are eligible for discounts at local businesses. Employees of the month are recognized with a bonus. Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents are awarded. After 2 years, employees receive an ongoing longevity bonus.

Transportation Provider Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Assist residents on & off the bus, utilizing proper lifting technique, gait belt use, etc.
• Ensure all residents are properly secured as required.
• Load/unload packages, groceries, etc. belonging to the resident(s) being transported.
• Monitor the corporate transportation calendar daily and arrange schedule accordingly.
• Maintain the facility bus/car - clean it inside and out, monitor and schedule maintenance per the manufacturer's recommendation.
• Record all service needs or repairs to the bus on Share Point in the designated location.
• Assist with basic maintenance duties (all sites) as assigned.
• Assist materials supplies department as assigned.
• Drive the facility bus/car for activities, doctor appointments.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all residents, staff, and organization information.

Transportation Provider Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must be insurable under the Shepherd of the Valley auto insurance policy.
• CPR/first aid certified.

In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must successfully complete SOV's Driver's Safety Training Program.
• Must have a current Ohio driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must maintain a satisfactory driving record during entirety of employment and driving violations will be immediately reported to the Corporate Risk Manager.
• Must be insurable under the company auto insurance policy and maintain insurability.

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Candidates will also be required to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.