Council on Aging Driver

Town of Winchester; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Winchester, via the Jenks Center, seeks a qualified permanent part-time van driver to transport seniors and individuals with transportation challenges. You will operate a wheelchair-accessible minivan, assist passengers in and out, and ensure safety and courtesy on every trip.

Responsibilities include keeping the vehicle clean, reporting concerns to the Transportation Coordinator, complying with driver training and First Aid/CPR as needed, and using GPS apps for efficient routing.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver\'s license (no CDL) and CORI check.
• Must have good driving record and enjoy working with older adults.
• Ability to lift, bend, kneel and push a wheelchair up the ramp and secure it.

Responsibilities

• Transport seniors (14 or fewer) to Jenks Center, shopping and entertainment venues.
• Assist passengers in and out of the vehicle and with doors.
• Operate wheelchair-accessible minivan and secure wheelchairs.
• Keep vehicles clean and report concerns to the Transportation Coordinator.
• Comply with driver training and First Aid/CPR requirements.

Skills

Van driving

Mobility assistance

GPS navigation

Customer service

Background check (CORI)

Non-CDL driver license

Technology fluency

Safety-focused

Tools

GPS apps

Job description

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The Winchester Council on Aging is seeking a qualified permanent part time van driver to transport small groups of seniors (14 or less) to the Jenks Center, shopping, or entertainment venues, as well as varied rides for individuals with transportation challenges including utilizing the wheelchair accessible minivan. A valid driver’s license (no CDL required), CORI and a good driving record are required. Applicants must enjoy working with older adults as well as those residents who are experiencing transportation hardship. Familiarity with the town and surrounding area is a bonus. Must be competent with technology, especially GPS apps and willing to use personal cell phone for communication and assignments. Job duties include assisting patrons in and out of the vehicle, holding doors open and other common courtesies as appropriate. Must be able to lift, bend, kneel and push a wheelchair up the ramp into the van and secure it properly. Duties also include keeping vehicles clean and orderly as well as alerting the Transportation Coordinator to any concerns as necessary. Driver must comply with driver training and First Aid/CPR requirements as needed. Drivers report directly to the Transportation Coordinator and work together with all staff of the Jenks Center.