Driver (59967)

Woodland Pond; Town of New Paltz (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Pond Inc. is seeking a per diem Driver to transport residents to medical appointments, errands, and social outings in New Paltz, NY. The role involves assisting residents with packages, monitoring boarding and alighting, and ensuring safety on the bus with proper use of seat belts.

The position requires a valid NYS Class D driver’s license, a clean driving record, and excellent customer service. Per diem shifts vary and may include evenings, weekends, or holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or HSE with two years of similar experience.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to function within a Windows based computer program.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to medical appointments, errands and outings.
• Take roll call when residents board the bus.
• Assist residents with packages and grocery carts as needed.
• Operate wheelchair lift to help residents on/off the bus.
• Follow traffic laws and use seat belts for safety.
• Perform routine bus internals cleaning and maintenance coordination.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Geriatric communication

Education

High school diploma or HSE with two years of similar experience

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: $20.32 - $22.32Hourly, Job Shift: Varied, Job Category: Health Care, Responsible to Position Classifications Concierge and Security Services Coordinator Hourly/Non-exempt

Directly Supervises and Evaluates

None

Is Back Up To:

Driver

Is Backed Up By:

Driver

WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT

• Performing quality work with or without direct supervision
• Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others
• Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals
• Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times

Position Summary

The Driver is responsible for transporting residents of Woodland Pond to medical appointments, errands, special outings, and other destinations as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function)

• Receives daily schedule from the Concierge; communicates with the Concierge throughout the day regarding pick up/drop off times (*CF)
• Is responsible for taking a roll call each time residents board the bus (*CF)
• Assists residents with packages and WP grocery carts as needed
• Provides supervision as residents enter and exit the bus (*CF)
• Operates wheelchair lift to assist residents on/off the bus (*CF)
• Uses hands free devices if using the phone while driving
• Cleans the inside and outside of the bus as needed and as requested by supervisor
• Removes all trash from the inside of the bus and sweeps the inside of the bus as needed
• Alerts supervisor when oil change, inspection, registration, or other required maintenance is needed
• Contacts supervisor immediately if an accident involving the bus occurs
• Reports resident illness or behavior changes to supervisor
• Departs Woodland Pond in a timely manner; if a resident does not board on time the rest of the group should not have to wait
• Meets with supervisor and other drivers once a month to discuss following month’s schedule
• Follows all traffic laws including posted speed limits and utilizing safety belts
• Completes idle time tasks as assigned
• Completing all required training and in-services
• All other duties as assigned

GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance
• Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties
• Willing to learn and grow
• Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or HSE with two years of similar experience
• Valid NYS Class D Driver’s License, with a clean driving record and proof of valid personal liability auto insurance required
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to function within a Windows based computer program
• Ability to multitask
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating by telephone and in person with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population

DEgree of travel

Occasional off-site meetings, seminars, and conferences

Disruption to Routine

Must adapt to frequent schedule changes, department workload, and resident needs. Possible overtime

Safety Hazards in Job

• Possible vehicle accidents. Stress due to the need to meet multiple, varying needs for residents, staff and visitors. Potential conflicts with unauthorized persons

Physical Demands

Physical DemandsNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyContinuallySitXStandXWalkXBend/StoopXSquatXCrawlXClimbXReach Above Shoulder LevelXKneelXBalanceXLift, Carry, Push, PullMaximum 10 Lbs.XMaximum 20 Lbs.XMaximum 50 Lbs.XMaximum Over 50 Lbs.XMust Be Able ToSeeXHearXSpeakXUse One HandXUse Both HandsXEnvironmental ConditionsNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyContinuallyInvolves BeingInsideXOutsideXExposed to Temperatures of32ûF and lessX100ûF and moreXWet & Humid ConditionsXNoise, VibrationXFumes, DustXHazards, ExposureNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyContinuallyInfectious WastesXToxic ChemicalsXNeedles/Body FluidsXRadiationXChemotherapeuticsX

Employers Disclaimer

• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an ‘at will’ employment relationship

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I have read and understand the responsibilities of my position at Woodland Pond as outlined in this job description.

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