What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Council on Aging?
Benefits : Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Training & development
POSITION PURPOSE / SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of this position is to transport Elkhart County residents to and from medical, grocery, banking pharmaceutical and other personal business appointments.
PREREQUISITES
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Pass pre-employment and random drug screening
Pass criminal background check
Tuberculosis screening
For-hire driver’s license endorsement
Active vehicle insurance and qualify for placement on corporate insurance
CPR and First Aid certification (provided by company)
Passenger Assistance Training certification (provided by company)
Ability to learn and use an electronic tablet and GPS
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Transport client(s) to and from medical, grocery, banking, pharmaceutical and other personal business appointments throughout all areas of Elkhart County and surrounding areas
Utilize all safety precautions implemented by the company to protect every client and staff person transported, including but not limited to disease prevention and securement devices
Complete daily documentation of every transport provided
Complete daily maintenance documentation for monitoring of required service by the Transportation Manager
Participate in and successfully complete annual training, including RTAP and CPR / First Aid certification, as directed by the Transportation Manager
Maintain a For-Hire Endorsement, active driver’s license, clean motor vehicle record and follow all state laws
Maintain personal vehicle insurance, providing documented proof to COA
Perform in a professional manner and in accordance with corporate policy when interacting with clients and co-workers
Understand and conduct self in accordance with corporate employee handbook
Develop collaborative environment with team co-workers
Maintain confidentiality of corporate and client information
Additional tasks as assigned by supervisor
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires good physical and mental agility and alertness
Must have the ability to perform physical tasks in accordance with planned activities
Extensive walking and / or standing may be required at times
Daily tasks involve lifting up to 25lbs, carrying, bending, reaching, sitting, and standing
Adequate vision and hearing abilities are required for this position
Ability to maneuver (lift, turn, push and pull) a wheelchaired individual up and down a ramp and forward-facing for a distance
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