Part-time CDL Driver - Senior Center

Catholic Charities of Long Island; Wantagh (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization in West Hempstead is seeking a part-time CDL Driver. This position involves transporting seniors, assisting with food service, and ensuring safety protocols are met. The ideal candidate will have a valid NYS CDL license, driving experience, and a sincere desire to serve the community. Join us in providing care with dignity and hope. The role offers flexible hours up to 18 hours per week at a rate of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ driving experience including basic vehicle maintenance.
• Current NYS valid CDL license with 'P' Passenger endorsement.
• Ability to lift/push wheelchair-bound clients.

Responsibilities

• Drive senior citizens and volunteers to various locations.
• Assist frail or handicapped individuals.
• Maintain accurate paperwork of daily activities.
• Assist with food service at centers.
• Participate in recreational events as needed.

Skills

Compassionate service

Driving

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.

CCLI is looking for a part- time CDL Driver with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope.”

Responsibilities

• Drive senior citizens and/or volunteers to and from their homes or apartments to the senior community service center or other places, ensuring safety procedures are followed.
• Assist frail or handicapped individuals by lifting or pushing wheel chairs.
• Maintain accurate paperwork including log sheets of daily pick-ups, mileage, number of trips, fuel and oil receipts, money received.
• Assist with food service (meals) at centers. This includes breaking down and setting up dining tables, assisting with kitchen duties such as lifting heavy pots of hot water, taking trays of food in and out of oven for distribution.
• Assist center staff in setting up for and participating in recreational and/or social events as needed.
• Pick up and/or deliver various materials and supplies which may include trips to food stores, pharmacies, Hicksville Administrative office, etc.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED.
• At least 2 years’ driving experience including knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.
• Current NYS valid CDL license with “P” Passenger endorsement.
• English language capability.
• A sincere desire to provide compassionate service to seniors.
• Ability to lift/push to assist wheelchair‑bound clients in boarding AND exiting bus.
• Ability to assist frail clients in boarding and exiting bus.
• Willingness to perform unrelated tasks at the center as needed.

Schedule

Part-time: up to 18 hrs. per week

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay: $20 per hour

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation which may be applicable to this position.