Driver - Part Time; 1132-710-N

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement match

Transit benefits

FSA

Life insurance

Public loan forgiveness

Training programs

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, Inc. is seeking a dedicated driver to transport older adults to senior centers, appointments, and community activities on scheduled routes.

You will assist clients from homes to the vehicle and back when needed, prioritizing safety and comfort throughout the journey. The role requires a valid NY driver's license, a defensive driving certificate within 6 months, and at least one year of driving with a clean record, plus the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License (Class D) and annual Driving Record printout.
• Defensive driving certificate within 6 months of employment.
• One year driving experience with clean record (no DWI), within the last 24 months.
• Knowledge of local roadways where the program operates.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients on regularly scheduled routes from homes to senior centers, supermarkets, and medical appointments.
• Escort and assist fragile clients from homes to the vehicle and back when needed.
• Ensure passenger safety using seat belts, wheelchair restraints, and other safety devices.

Skills

Defensive driving

Passenger safety

Road knowledge

Lift 25 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.

Older Adult Centers promote an active life for seniors. The centers aim to assist them to preserve their independence and health by offering various range of activities and services such as serving breakfast, lunch, health screenings, social services, educational workshops, class exercises, discussion groups, games, art classes, lectures, workshops, organized outings, and special events.

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

• Transport clients on regularly scheduled routes from their homes to destinations such as senior centers, supermarkets, shopping malls, medical appointments as determined by the Director or other assigned staff.
• Escort and assist the fragile clients from their homes to the vehicle and back, if necessary.
• Ensure the safety of the passengers through the use of seat belts, wheelchair brackets and other safety devices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License (Class D) and provision of printout of annual Driving Record from Motor Vehicle Bureau.
• Must obtain defensive driving certificate within 6 months of employment.
• One (1) year driving experience with no more than one moving violation within a 24-month period, no driving while intoxicated convictions.
• Knowledge of roadways in the area where program operates.
• Ability to lift to 25lbs.

BENEFITS:

• We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.

For more information on our organization, please visit our website at: www.ccbq.org