Driver, , Transportation

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 In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

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 populationDEgree 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 Never Occasionally Frequently Continually Sit…