Driver

Med Run / Mobility Driver - Full Time Location: Benson Avenue 21227 Pay Rate: $18.00 Available schedule is Mon - Fri, 7am - 4pm. Full-Time benefit eligible Since 1983 L.I.F.E. has been serving individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ID) along with other disabilities in residential, meaningful day and medical day settings throughout greater Baltimore, Howard County, and since 2015 in Southern Maryland to include Charles and St. Mary Counties. We are committed to promoting self-centered practices throughout our agency and hold on to the belief that all individuals receiving services should be the driver of those services. We are seeking dedicated, high energy, compassionate, highly professional candidates who are passionate about helping individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities integrate into the community. The ideal candidate will help these individuals develop key life skills to operate independently in the community . Med Runner/Driver Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Transport participants to and from day program/residence to designated destination on an as needed basis. Transport participants to and from all appointments Reviews medical appointment forms before and after each appointment to ensure that all paperwork is complete and signed. Represents the participants by providing all pertinent information to the medical professional regarding the medical conditions and/or concerns Obtain and report all follow up information after each appointment (next appt time, referrals etc.) to the appropriate person(s) Submit all medical paperwork to nursing department or house manager once the appointment is completed. Notifies scheduler or designee twenty-four hours in advance if unable to transport client as assigned. Responsible for getting routine maintenance completed on assigned vehicle on a specific schedule. Inspects vehicle before and at the end of the day to ensure cleanliness and report any maintenance issues Complete and submit weekly vehicle related paperwork (i.e. mileage log). Performs other duties and tasks as assigned Other Requirements: Valid Maryland Driver's License (not provisional) with two points or less on your Maryland driving record. Successfully pass criminal background, drug, physical and TB check Qualifications: High school diploma or GED certificate. Experience working with D.D. clients and/or strong evidence of aptitudes and abilities that would allow one to meet the responsibilities and duties as described above Certifications: CPR and First Aid, BPS and OSHA Certifications during 90-day probationary period. Completes DDA trainings per regulations and LIFE Incorporated policies **What we offer: Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Health Care Spending Account Vacation [Full Time Employees] Sick and Safe Leave Short Term Disability and Life Insurance 401K plan Employee Assistance Program AFLAC **Staff members who are scheduled 30+ hours a week We are an EEO/AA Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by phone at 410-735-5433 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.