50% THERAPIST TECH I/ VAN DRIVER (183/70)

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Salary: $13,693.50 to $15,408 Annually              Salary is based on education & experience

Job Description: Performs work in the operation of a vehicle, including 15-passenger van, to ensure safe transportation of persons receiving services through Life Choice Center Day Habilitation program in Madison County. The program is designed to assist persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities access day habilitation services to increase their independent living skills. The Therapist Technician is responsible for safe transportation to and from day habilitation services via a scheduled route and to assist people on entry and exit from vehicles, as necessary. Completes daily documentation of services provided, follows directions, and exercises independent judgment in handling unusual situations arising with passengers.

Education: Require High School Diploma or GED. Working knowledge of rules and regulation involved in the safe and efficient operation of automotive equipment.

Experience: Prefer experience working with persons with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities.

Hours of Work: Split shift 6:30am—9:00am & 2:00pm-4:30pm, Monday through Friday with some variance based on client and program needs.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license and must be insurable by Agency insurance.

Physical Requirements: Sight, hearing, ability to walk, talk, light carrying under 30lbs., ability to communicate effectively. Ability to read, write, count, repeated bending, and operate a motor vehicle, ability to pass the Preventative Management of Aggressive Behavior (PMAB) Training as well as all other physical requirements for this position.

Facility: LCC-Madisonville, TX