QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must have a high school diploma and a New Jersey State drivers license with a “no point” driving record. Prior experience in transportation of the elderly and/or physically/mentally challenged persons preferred. Bilingual; Spanish or Arabic preferred but not necessary.
SCHEDULE: Full time, Monday-Friday, including some holidays. Hours are assigned by facility Administrator.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Daily safety check of vehicle
- Reporting immediately to the administrative office any problems related to the vehicle routing or scheduling
- Reporting immediately to the director of nursing and the administrator any problems observed or encountered while transporting participants
- Safe assistance and transportation of clients
- Responsible handling of participants personal belongings, medicine and communication between family and center may be required at times
- Maintaining good rapport with the family caregivers and clients
- Assisting clients on and off of bus at all times to insure safe pickup and drop off
- Daily cleaning and disinfecting the interior of vehicle
- Daily gas and weekly fluid check of vehicle
- Assistance in emergency evacuation of clients if inclement weather is threatened or if there is a power outage or other reason that the center must close
- Handling of emergencies at route until emergency assistance arrives at vehicle
- Helping in handling food when needed
- Provide additional help if requested by the administrator
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
