What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Center Driver position at The Taft School?
Department: Health Center and Campus Safety
Reports to: Director of Health Services
Status: Hourly, benefit eligible
Schedule: Weekdays, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Compensation and Benefits
Hourly wage: $21.00 per hour
Benefits: Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional development support
- Tuition assistance and educational benefits where applicable
- Access to campus programs and resources
Position Summary
The Health Center Driver safely transports students to off-campus medical appointments and the pharmacy, supports students who are ill or injured, and coordinates closely with the Health Center and Campus Safety.
Responsibilities
Student Transportation
- Drive students to off-campus medical appointments in School sedans, SUVs, and minibuses
- Assist injured students in and out of vehicles and medical facilities
- Transport students to the emergency room and stay with them until another adult arrives
- Pick up medications from the local pharmacy as needed
Vehicle Care
- Complete periodic driver inspections
- Fuel fleet vehicles as needed
Scheduling and Records
- Use email and mobile devices to coordinate driving appointments
- Log driving records and help with School car reservations on a workstation computer
- Communicate clearly with Health Center and Campus Safety staff, faculty, staff, students, and parents
- Take on additional Health Center and Campus Safety tasks as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Five or more years of driving experience
- Valid Connecticut motor vehicle operator's license, proper insurance, and a driving record satisfactory to the School
- Ability to obtain and maintain the required Connecticut driver's license endorsement ("S," "V," or "A") and a valid medical certificate
- Ability to pass required background checks and quarterly drug testing, including testing for marijuana
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of School student conduct regulations
- Familiarity with laws pertaining to juveniles
- Experience working with adolescents
Equal Opportunity
The Taft School is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer in accordance with regulations adopted by the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities. The School provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, actual or perceived disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic predisposition, or any other class protected by law.
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