Driver (PACE)

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are:We help our neighbors meet immediate needs and face long-term challenges. We steward our resources with transparency and efficiency. Together, we create a community where everyone is able to live with dignity and hope. Impelled by the love and teaching of Jesus Christ, while respecting the dignity and potential of all people, we collaborate to offer life-giving programs, advocate for the voiceless and empower the vulnerable to foster a just society .Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) has been an open door, a warm welcome, dry ground, a defending voice, and a hand up for generations of Louisiana residents. Our shared stories and strong roots help a diverse community stand tall together. Meeting the needs of the whole person is our continued commitment.What You'll Do: Under the supervision of the Transportation Coordinator, is responsible for the direct transportation of physically limited passengers to and from their destinations. Position requires constant interaction with caregivers and community agencies. Communicates effectively with participants, families, staff, and outside agenciesSafely transports physically limited individuals using a specially equipped van, including proper use of wheelchair lifts and securement equipmentFollows and adjusts schedules as needed, determining safe and efficient routesAssists passengers safely during boarding and exiting, and responds to basic medical or emergency situations as neededInspects, cleans, and maintains the van in safe operating condition, reporting maintenance needsParticipates in interdisciplinary team meetings and contributes to participant care planningReports changes in participant condition to appropriate team membersCompletes required documentation accurately and timelyPerks!Medical, Dental, VisionFSA, HSAIndemnity Plans401k MatchingCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid STD & LTDWellness Program IncentivesEmployee Referral BonusEAPTeladoc and sooo much more!What You'll Bring: High school diploma or GED preferred, plus at least 1 year of experience transporting individuals with special mobility needsValid Chauffeur/CDL driver's license with a clean driving record requiredAbility to safely operate handicap-accessible vehiclesStrong teamwork skills and ability to work effectively in a group setting Schedule:Weekly; FlexibleThe Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer At the CCANO , we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran service, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The CCANO expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed here. Improper interference with the ability of CCANO employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. The CCANO complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCANO has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.