Driver

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Driver/ Valet will be responsible for the operation of transportation services provided by The Vered and that the services provided are to the satisfaction  of residents utilizing transportation services provided. 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: 

Essential Job Duties: 

(Other duties will be assigned as needed) Must be willing and able to do the following:

• Assist residents on and off bus/van, tracking attendance and coordinating equipment (walkers, wheelchairs, canes etc.)

• Responsible for transporting residents to grocery store, monthly outings, and extended trips as scheduled.

• Load groceries and other purchased items into bus/van

• Safely park and retrieve vehicles in designated areas.

• Greet residents, guests, and vendors promptly and professionally upon arrival and departure

• Report any incidents, accidents, or damage to the appropriate supervisor immediately

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the driveway, lobby entrance, parking garage, and valet stand.

• Schedule and coordinate routine vehicle maintenance with the support of the department director

• Clean and wash vehicle regularly

• Observe and abide by all regulations to ensure that personal health information is protection during its collection, use, disclosure, storage, and destruction within the community; and to ensure only the minimum necessary information is known to function in this position

• Follow written and oral directions

• Maintain confidentiality of resident and community information

• Attend all in-services as assigned or requested

• Consistently work cooperatively with residents, co-workers, physicians, families, consultant personnel and other ancillary service providers

• Observe all community safety policies and procedures to ensure resident safety at all times

QUALIFICATIONS: 

· High school diploma or GED required

· Minimum six (6) months experience as a bus/van driver required

· Must possess current and valid driver’s license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensed

· Must possess personal driving record consistent with the requirements of the community policy

· Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language

· Must be artistically creative, motivational, and energetic with a passion for serving others

· Must possess patience and sensitivity to others’ needs; ability to work with community groups; willingness to work beyond normal working hours

· Familiarity with required electronics, including but not limited to iPads, tablets, smart TVs, and digital cameras

· Good communication skills (oral and written)

· Good inter-department communication and teamwork skills

· Willingness to be available for any/all emergencies regarding the community

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Lifts and carries up to 100 lbs. with assistance occasionally

· Pushes and pulls up to 100 lbs. occasionally

· Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally

· Talks and listens occasionally

· Sits 4 hours per day; stands and walks 4 hours per day (combined) – 8 hr. day

· Worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

· Uses tools and equipment on the job such as: Personal computer, Bus, van, and general automobile, Cellular phone, CB, and/or 2-way radio