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Pay Rate $15.60

Per Diem - Sunday and Thursday Evening

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: High School or equivalent. Driver must be able to perform basic mathematics functions. Must be a good communicator/listener. Must have a valid, current New York State Driver License. Class CDLC with P and N1 endorsement and 19A certification preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews daily schedule with Concierge/Lead Driver before first departure.
• Operates the Summit vehicle in a safe manner at all times
• Assists residents in /out of vehicle and to/from door of appointment/errands when needed.
• Oversees and assists staff and volunteers who assist with resident transportation.
• Serves as back up to valet service.
• Keeps track of resident departures and pick-ups to avoid passengers being stranded.
• Performs pickup and delivery of items pertaining to The Summit or residents
• Responsible for keeping all vehicles clean and in good working order.
• Keeps accurate records, including but not limited to fuel, daily mileage, hours of operation, trips and number of passengers for cost analysis.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Deliver packages/flowers to resident apartments
• Pick-up & drop-off interoffice mail.
• Pick-up of staff supply items from JHR
• Clean off cars during winter season.
• All other job duties as assigned.

CORE/BASIC BEHAVIORS:

Culture and Team

• Demonstrate respectful, open and honest communication.
• Be on time for work and meetings.
• Respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Recognize each other’s accomplishments and share successes.

Operational Strength

• Adapt to changes in the workplace.
• Identify and communicate quality or process improvements.
• Maintain safety for everyone at all times.

Lead by Example

• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Speak respectfully and positively about residents, families, employees, and JSL.
• Look for and act on opportunities to assist others (in and out of a department).

Products, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Recognize when you lack the necessary skill and seek advice and/or assistance.
• Share your knowledge and skills.

Customer Service

• Listen to and initiate appropriate action on requests, feedback, and concerns.
• Look for and act on opportunities to go above and beyond for residents and families.
• Be respectful, compassionate, and friendly when interacting with residents and families.
• Smile, say “hello”, make eye contact, and greet people by name in a friendly manner.
• If you’re unsure if someone needs help, ask and take appropriate action if they do.

EXPERIENCE: At least 3 years of driving experience with some bus driving experience preferred. Working with the elderly, and experience, with clients using wheelchair strongly preferred. Commercial Drivers License (CDL) preferred.

RELATION TO OTHER POSITIONS: Daily contact with and ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, volunteers and the general public.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: Sits rarely. Must be able to manage the drop off and pick up of numerous people at a variety of locations and lift walkers for storage in vehicle trunk. Will on occasion be exposed to stressful situations. Physical work intensity level 4.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Vehicles are equipped with heat and air conditioning. Office setting is shared among staff.

ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to infections, disease and disagreeable odors. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents and family members.

VARIABLES: Will be required to occasionally work holidays, weekends, and nights.

This description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of position.

Jewish Senior Life is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.