Transporter

Company Summary :

Beacon is a successful and national behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Severe Mental Illness, Autism, and high-acuity behaviors.  All activities related to this position must be delivered in compliance with the company’s policies and procedures, accreditation standards, state and federal licensing requirements, HCBS guidelines, and the contractual requirements of Community Mental Health Agencies and other regulatory bodies.  You are expected to be aligned with the goals and mission of the organization, and to perform in accordance with our “I CARE” core values of the organization – Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence.

Position Summary :

The transporter is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of Beacon’s individual’s to and from appointments, activities and other events.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Always be compliant with all company and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Operate company vehicles, if applicable, in accordance with all traffic laws and company policies.
• Provides assistance in navigating the community when transporting to and from appointments.
• Maintain daily transport schedules and manage any unscheduled transport needs.
• Administers prescribed medications and documents on MAR / e-MAR.
• Provides the necessary level of support, as indicated in the person-centered plan, while empowering and advocating for the individual before, during and after medical appointments.
• Maintain medical appointment tracking system for all individuals receiving support.
• Confirm and transport individual(s) and employees to all assigned medical appointments as instructed by Program Director in collaboration with Company RN / LPN. Communicate and assist in scheduling follow-up appointments with team.
• Maintain thorough documentation of each appointment and communicate any appointment needs, results, etc. in writing to the treatment team (Program Director, Program Specialist, RN / LPN, Guardian(s) & county appointed service coordinator) for the individual receiving services.
• Use, maintain and update medical appointment books for each person.
• Communicate with RN / LPN in writing with any changes in medications so that the medication record (MAR / e-MAR) can be updated accordingly.
• Complete mechanical checklist for vehicle at the beginning and end of each shift. Additionally, maintain cleanliness, gas, etc. for vehicle in use.
• Provide transportation in accordance with BSL company policies, procedures and abides by all traffic laws and regulations.
• Maintain mileage records per BSL Policy and Procedures.
• Maintain a timely schedule for pickup and drop off for each person with coordination from the RN / LPN and Program Director. Maintain location addresses and be able to adjust routes to ensure timely transportation.
• Maintain confidentiality with all records of individuals supported (HIPAA)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Team Member Expectations :

Professional Conduct and Management Effectiveness :

In addition to evaluating your work performance you will be evaluated for the following work behaviors :

Education and Qualifications :

Skills and Abilities :

Work Environment :

Most work will be performed at home-like settings, in a vehicle or community facilities with the potential of exposure to infectious disease. Universal precautions are required to minimize the risk of infections. Work sites may include locations that are not barrier-free. Duties are performed in an environment where there is potential for physical aggression from people receiving services.

Travel :

This function of this position is to provide transportation and will require constant travel to and from scheduled appointments.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :

This position is based on the needs of people supported. Services are provided 24 hours / day, 7 days / week. Medical appointments for individuals will be scheduled on a regular basis Monday-Friday depending on individual availability and office hours of medical appointments.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP / EEO Statement :

It is the policy of Beacon to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Beacon will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job description is intended to generally describe the nature and level of work required by the person assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Other job duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the employer at the employer’s sole discretion. This job description may be amended at any time by the employer.

The employee signature below constitutes the employee’s understanding of the requirements, responsibilities, and duties of the position.

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