PCT Transportation for Social Work Dept.
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Job Location:
Staunton, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title: PCT - Transportation for Social Work Dept.
State Role Title:Direct Service Associate III
Hiring Range: $20.74/hr.
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location:Western State Hospital
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Western State Hospital is seeking a part time/wage PCT Transportation Operator for the Social Work Department who will transport and assist patients during visits to the clubhouse or trips into the community for discharge and discharge related activities; ensure that patients are securely and comfortably seated and safely fastened in the vehicle; provide assistance with boarding and deboarding as needed ensure the patients comfort and safety at all times; and monitor patients behavior during transport to ensure they are calm and secure.
The part time PCT Transportation Operator will respond appropriately to any behavioral changes emergencies or medical needs that arise during transportation; utilize de-escalation techniques as needed to ensure patient safety and prevent behavioral emergencies; maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations concerning patient information and transport details; maintain the assigned vehicle to ensure that it is kept clean operational and safe for patient transportation while using the vehicle; and report any issues or concerns regarding the vehicles performance or condition to the fleet manager or designee.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Virginia drivers license and clean driving record
Additional Considerations
- Previous experience in healthcare psychiatric or patient transport role
- Bilingual
- Veteran or veteran spouse
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The successful applicant must pass a criminal background investigation drug screening test and employment reference check. The applicant must have the ability to perform at the level of physical demands noted on the Employee Work Profile and the verified ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Commonwealths Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS ator DBVI at .
DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal CMS Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires all employees to be vaccinated or receive an exemption. Upon acceptance of a job offer new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. New staff who are not vaccinated for any reason or choose not to disclose their vaccination status will need to request a medical or religious accommodation. If you have questions please contact the Office of Human Resources.
Contact Information
Name: Samantha Leep
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
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