DRIVER

Family Service League Inc.; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Service League is seeking a part-time Driver to work at our Smithtown Shelter. The Driver will transport clients in an agency vehicle to appointments and meet basic needs, and will coordinate picking up food donations from other agencies.

The Driver will operate under the shelter’s safety rules, maintain vehicle logs, and ensure compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. This role requires a valid NYS driver’s license and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and families required.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enforce shelter rules, regulations, and policies.
• Transport clients to DOL, DSS, and other necessary appointments.
• Ensure safety belts are used and child car seats are appropriate.
• Coordinate with LICARES, Island Harvest, and other agencies to pick up donations weekly.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report issues.
• Complete monthly vehicle logs and submit to the Assistant Program Director.
• Maintain vehicle registrations and insurance up to date.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Collaborate with Security to discuss and resolve client incidents.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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DRIVER

PER DIEM Manual Labor Smithtown, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3569

Salary Range: $18.50 To $18.50 Annually

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

SCHEDULE:

Monday - Thursday 9A-1P

Friday 9A-12:30P

SUMMARY:

Family Service League is seeking a part-time Driver to work at our Smithtown Shelter. The Driver will transport clients in an agency vehicle to necessary appointments and to meet basic needs. The Driver will be responsible for coordination of picking up food donations from other agencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enforce rules, regulations, and policies of shelter.
• Transport clients to DOL, DSS, and other necessary appointments.
• Enforce the use of safety belts in the vehicle and that all children are in appropriate car seats.
• Coordinate with LICARES, Island Harvest, and other agencies to pick up donations weekly.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks and report any issues to Assistant Program Director.
• Complete monthly vehicle logs and submit them to the Assistant Program Director.
• Ensure vehicles have up to date registration and insurance.
• Maintain routine maintenance of the vehicle.
• Address any issues of safety in the vehicle and remove any dangerous items.
• Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Collaborate with Security to discuss and resolve client incidents.
• This position is essential to the safe and continuous operation of the program. Essential employees are expected to report to work during inclement weather and other relevant emergency situations to ensure uninterrupted care and support for clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of 1 year of experience working with children and families required.

Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Bilingual a plus

Valid, Clean, NYS Driver’s License required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time, as well as moderate lifting up to 10-15 pounds. Must be able to go up and down stairs.