This is a general outline of the principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as an all-inclusive description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this position. When duties and responsibilities change, this job description will be reviewed and is subject to changes based on business necessity. This position may require the employee to work overtime as needed and approved by Clarity Care, or to work in any residential operation as assigned by their immediate supervisor.

The Driver is responsible for the transport of Clarity Care consumers to and from various agency locations, doctor appointments, work sites, Day Service programming, and other planned activities. They will also assist with grocery pickup and delivery for our Residential group homes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DESIRED OUTCOMES:

• Performs duties related to transportation of consumers to and from various locations.
• Assists with grocery ordering, pick up, and delivery for our Residential group homes.
• Performs duties relating to the support, care, welfare, supervision and training of persons with intellectual disabilities and/or acute, chronic or long-term conditions.
• Follows safety and regulatory procedures related to transports and care of the consumers.
• Follows all documentation and reporting policies and procedures for any safety issues or significant events.
• Coaches, monitors, reports and documents consumer’s verbal and physical behaviors to ensure the safety and health of consumers and others.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary transport environment for all consumers.
• Responds promptly and competently in emergency response situations.
• Assists, escorts, and provides physical and other types of assistance needed by consumers during social and recreational activities.
• Provides opportunities sensitive to the needs, preferences, and choices of the consumer while promoting community recreational participation.

GENERAL EMPLPOYMENT CONDUCT & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes and encourages the organization’s mission, vision, values, and philosophy.
• Adheres to the organization’s code of conduct, standards, policies, procedures, and appropriately brings to management’s attention actual and potential violations.
• Acts with integrity and maintains a professional image, through dress and attitude, within the organization and throughout the community.
• Acts as a team member within the department and organization to assist in accomplishing goals and objectives.
• Maintains excellent attendance on the job and attends continuing education, training and meetings as scheduled.
• Cooperates with supervisors and all levels of management involved in evaluating, delegating, and improving performance.
• Exercises good judgment, decision making, and regard for safety within all aspects of performing job duties.
• Communicates effectively, efficiently and ensures all information is transmitted appropriately. Understands, gives, reads, and follows written, verbal, or demonstrated instruction.
• Appropriately requests and extends assistance, learns, prioritize tasks, independently assess situations, problem-solves, multi-tasks, and appropriately respond to challenges.
• Achieves expected outcomes to meet organizational goals.
• Possess physical aptitudes and capabilities that will enable performance of the job to include: ability to stoop, stand, pull, push, hear, see, kneel, walk, grasp, reach, talk, and lift at least 35 pounds.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a high school diploma/equivalent and/or related work/life experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience driving extended vehicles and/or wheelchair accessible vans is preferred.
• Must possess a valid WI driver’s license, and ability to meet agency driving standards. Must provide proof of auto insurance.
• Must pass a periodic WI Caregiver Background Check including Department of Justice Criminal Record Checks, and/or that of previous states of residence.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Driver provides services in diverse environments to include residential, vehicles, day services, and community situations. There may be exposure to loud noises, verbal and/or physical aggressive behavior, second hand smoke, body fluids, basic home care chemicals, household appliances, as well as food preparation risks such as use of sharp objects or high temperatures in ovens and stoves.