Bus Driver

Bus Driver

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Reports to: Director of Transportation & Fleet

Department: Transportation

Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Characteristics: Under the direction of the Director, the Bus Driver, a full-time position is responsible for operating transport for EBRCOA senior passengers. Will have safe driving record, follow all state and national driving laws, rules and regulations. Will follow prearranged routes to destination, or use maps and GPS to navigate route. Will also maintain bus upkeep and cleanliness.

Duties and Responsibilities

To reflect in all aspects of job performance the mission of the East Baton Rouge Council on the Aging, Inc. "serving the elderly in East Baton Rouge Parish, to enrich and enhance their quality of life through advocacy efforts, creative planning, and coordination and provision of needed services, and to make it possible for them to live independent lives as long as possible."

• Practice safe driving habits
• Follow all state and national safety regulations and standards
• Open bus doors and assisting passengers/loading cargo/loading baggage
• Keep interior of bus clean of debris and clutter
• Load and unloading bus
• Complete documentation such as logs, mileage, or cargo and passenger reports
• Follow schedules and rerouting in timely manner when faced with traffic or congestion
• Participate in workshops and seminars for the purpose of increasing performance, safety and efficiency in the transportation department
• Attend periodic driver safety meeting for all bus drivers
• Participate in emergency drills relevant to transportation situations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of and orientation to the philosophy of the EBRCOA as presented in its mission/philosophy statements

Safe driving practices

Able to follow verbal directions, read maps, follow GPS

Able to work well alone

Reliable and punctual with a dedicated professionalism to job and duties

Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines

Excellent time management skills

Able to assist passengers when needed

Organized and able to follow a schedule

Focus on customer service

Positive attitude and professional demeanor

About the Organization

Since 1973, the East Baton Rouge Council on Aging (EBRCOA) has served the aging population of East Baton Rouge Parish through a spectrum of nutritional and social services. Additionally, the EBRCOA is charged with both meeting and discovering the growing needs of the ever-increasing aging population.

Central to the EBRCOA's mission is service to seniors as well as the maintenance of their personal independence and the enhancement of their storied lives. As such, our mission is simple: Supporting Independence - Serving Seniors.

Said mission is made real through a variety of community-wide programs such as:

• Meals on Wheels (home-delivered meals to homebound seniors)
• Congregate Meals (hot meals at 15 different sites/senior centers throughout the parish)
• Information and Assistance (trained counselors are available to answer questions, provide a thorough assessment of needs, make appropriate recommendations of services, refer individuals to other EBRCOA-related services in addition to other community-wide agencies/services available to the aging population)
• Personal Care/Homemakers (trained caregivers providing in-home care; house-cleaning; laundry, respite, etc.)
• Family Caregiver Support (assistance for caregivers tending to individuals 60+)
• Health Screens (comprehensive screens at each senior center: glucose, immunizations, nutrition, referrals, etc.)
• Insurance counseling; utility assistance (cable, electricity); Medicaid applications.

Today, our parish proudly welcomes more than 85,000 seniors to East Baton Rouge (eagerly anticipating the opportunity of reaching out and positively affecting each and every seasoned citizen). With the help of eager, altruistic individuals and organizations, EBRCOA looks forward to meeting the challenges facing the aging - exceeding their expectations through innovative solutions met by unique, care-based services.