Class A or B with Passenger Driver Wanted - Brockton
Adult Day Health
Description Every person needs the support of others, but we look for very special people to support the seniors and adults we serve. As a Driver/Program Assistant with Adult Day Health, you’ll be one of those special people. Serving as a Driver/PA, you can have an amazing impact in the quality of services for the adults and families we support as you work to insure our program meets our members’ individual needs. Be part of a strong team making a difference in their lives each day. For ADH and The MENTOR Network, a Driver/PA is critical to our success and exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day.
Adult Day Health is seeking a dynamic and passionate person to serve as Driver/Program Assistant and provide safe, reliable transportation services between clients’ homes and the facility, and to/from appointments as needed. Coordinate with the transportation supervisor and clinical team and drive clients/staff to events and outings as directed. Offer safety assistance when boarding and off-loading at all destinations. Participate in programming at the center to facilitate activities, meals and care as needed.
Specific tasks include:
- Daily, weekly, monthly safety and maintenance checks of assigned vehicle(s).
- Assists clients with transferring following training guidelines
- Monitors and assists in serving at mealtimes as necessary,
- Assists participants in basic (grooming, toileting, feeding, shopping, etc.) according participant’s plan of care, as directed by nursing
- Works as a member of the treatment team. Cooperates and effectively communicates with other staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Living Skills and programming for each participant
- Assists with bowel and bladder incontinence, management of bowel and bladder program and/or care of urinary drainage catheters or equipment and support
- Facilitates leisure planning with participants. Assists participants with participation in activities. Accompanies participants on leisure activities.
- Interacts with participants in an empathetic, respectful, caring, and dignified manner
- Adheres to Emergency Manual guidelines
- Is well trained and is able to conduct emergency drills
- Maintains cleanliness and appearance of clients at all times. Complete all cleaning activities as identified on cleaning schedule and as assigned by supervisor.
- Completes necessary documentation, reports, etc. in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner
- Substitutes for other CNA / Program Assistants. Recruits own substitute for scheduled shifts when necessary with supervisor’s prior approval
- Attends staff meetings, conferences, in-services as assigned by supervisor
- Assists with compliance of DPH requirements
- Follows confidentiality requirements at all times
- Adheres to Participant Bill of Rights and other policies and procedures
- Cares for and maintains all recreation and residential equipment. Confers with supervisor regarding current equipment status and needs. Communicates supply and maintenance needs to supervisor
- Demonstrates ability to work independently and to initiate, develop and facilitate groups
- Responsible for participant safety and well-being at all times
- Adheres to Code of Conduct and the Employee Information Guide
- Successfully completes mandatory training. Responsible for attending annual refresher/ re-certification courses prior to certification expiration dates.
Qualifications:
What we offer you:
- A chance to make a difference in peoples’ lives on a daily basis
- A rewarding work environment with some of the best co-workers you could ask for
- Competitive pay rates and paid time off
- Paid training; Holiday pay
- Family-oriented environment, employee events
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- A dynamic work environment where no day is ever the same as the next
What we require of you:
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Valid Driver's License from state of residence
- CDL with passenger endorsement
- Clear driving record for 5 years
- CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to learn
We have a great work environment and you’ll be surrounded by a strong and supportive team of peers, leaders and colleagues. Adult Day Health, Inc. is a partner of The MENTOR Network. Founded in 1980, The MENTOR Network is a national network of local human service providers offering quality, community-based services. With approximately 30,000 employees serving 30,000 individuals in 36 states, you'll have career opportunities from coast to coast. When you join The MENTOR Network, you’ll make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life enhancing services to individuals across the country.
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