Van Driver

Community Hope, Inc.; Lyons (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Hope, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a driver for the ~Hope for Veterans Program~ to transport veterans to appointments and activities. The role requires maintaining a safe and courteous demeanor and following all emergency procedures per policy.

The position supports veteran services with vehicle maintenance, accurate mileage logs, and non-clinical tasks as delegated, Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, with emphasis on sensitivity to veterans’ needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Some prior mental health/human service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transports veterans to and from appointments and community activities in a safe, courteous manner.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to veterans' needs.
• Reports observations about changes in veterans to Residence Manager, Veteran’s case manager, and/or Director of Veteran Services.
• Follows emergency procedures per the Agency’s Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Ensures agency vehicle is kept in good condition.
• Informs supervisor of any problems with vehicle.
• Completes vehicle inspection reports and coordinates vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Maintains accurate mileage and transportation logs.
• Assists staff by performing non-clinical tasks as delegated by their supervisor.

Skills

Safe driving

Patient handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 months related experience or training

Job description

Do you want to work in a friendly, professional and supportive organization? Do you have a desire to serve those who bravely served our country?If so,COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

~Hope for Veterans Program~

Monday-Friday: 8am-4pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Transports veterans to and from appointments and community activities in a safe courteous manner.
• Demonstrates awareness of sensitivity to the needs of the veterans.
• Reports observations about changes in veterans to Residence Manager, Veteran’s case manager, and/or Director of Veteran Services.
• Follows all emergency procedures such as vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, crisis intervention, fire and/or smoke, police emergency, AED/ First Aid, etc. as per the Agency’s Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Ensures agency vehicle is kept in good condition.
• Informs supervisor of any problems with vehicle.
• Completes vehicle inspection reports and coordinates vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Maintains accurate mileage and transportation logs.
• Assists staff by performing non-clinical tasks as delegated by their supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); OR one to three months related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Some prior mental health/human service experience preferred.

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