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Sullivan Senior Center Per Diem (As needed) Reports to: Director of Elderly Services or designee FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Non-Affiliated/Non-Management Resolution
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Assisted Transportation Driver is responsible for safely transporting clients to and from their medical appointments while providing courteous, reliable, and supportive service. Drivers maintain communication with clients and the office, and ensure all passengers are assisted appropriately - including door to door help and wheelchair securement when needed.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete daily trip log and review daily schedule.
- Use phone and Bluetooth earpiece to ensure driver is hands free.
- Transport clients safely to their medical appointments.
- Report all accidents immediately and complete accident report in vehicle reporting kit.
- Attempt to contact client via phone, check the clients door and notify the office if the client cannot be reached.
- Assist client’s door to door with or without transport chair and use wheelchair lift as needed.
- Secure wheelchair with Q Straints when necessary.
- Assist and remind clients to fasten their seatbelts.
- Give client a recall slip.
- Report any unusual behavior to the office such as the client being confused.
- Retrieve voice mails from phone as soon as you safely can.
- Responsible for informing clients and the office when delays occur. This includes providing clients with an estimated arrival window to support clear expectations and ensure continuity of service.
- Report any problems or issues with your vehicle to the office immediately and document the daily trip log.
- Maintain a clean vehicle to include vacuuming and cleaning the interior and washing the exterior as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize Clients, Drivers, and Vehicle Safety.
- Proven ability to demonstrate good judgement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Drivers must have a current and valid driver's license with a Public Service Endorsement and a current Medical Examiner's Certification.
- Have knowledge of area streets and be able to use a map or GPS effectively and efficiently to navigate through Torrington, Harwinton, and the parts of Litchfield.
- Follow all office and van policies.
- Compassion for the elderly population.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Flexible schedule preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Driver must have the ability to assist clients up/downstairs and to be able to push clients in a wheelchair.
To Apply:
Use this link or the hyper link above to apply. Resumes may be submitted in addition to applications but not in lieu of. ***Note: Please do not write "see Resume" on application forms, as that will deem applications incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.*** The City of Torrington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/EOE