Driver (FT 8am-4pm)

Driver (FT 8am-4pm)

Job Scope: The duties and responsibilities of the Driver include driving residents to and from scheduled appointments using a company van, car, and/or bus.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary driver for whatever transportation is needed.
• Manages time and location to accommodate resident appointments.
• Works with other Drivers and System Coordinator to maximize efficiency in transportation services.
• Maintains vehicles with documents, fluids, filters, tires, brakes, windshield wipers, and safety devices.
• Maintains lifts and straps used to secure residents and wheelchairs during transportation.
• Reports all vehicle damage and deficiencies to the Systems Coordinator or supervisor.
• Communicates with residents, medical, office personnel, and the general public regarding transportation needs and requirements.
• Keeps up to date on all required and in-service training.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy of community/resident records and communicates with dignity and respect.
• Routinely checks the schedule for possible changes.
• Foster teamwork with co-workers, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, take actions that assist others beyond job responsibilities, and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
• Seek out and perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications:

• Compassion for and desire to work with seniors!
• 6 months preferred with no more than one moving violation within the last 3 years.
• Valid Driver's license.
• CDL, where applicable.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform generally acceptable driving maneuvers applicable to the respective vehicles used.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, Walking, sitting, Use hands and fingers to handle or feel, Reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Talk or hear, vision due to computer work.
• Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents, or vendors.
• Occasional weekend, holiday, evening, or night work is needed to ensure shift coverage.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections, exposure to Latex.
• Requires regular, predictable attendance.

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