Part-Time Driver at Hooverwood Indianapolis Jewish Home Inc.

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Valid Indiana Driver’s License, Excellent Driving Record, Map Reading, Communication Skills, Physical Assistance, Safety Assurance, Vehicle Maintenance, Behavioral Reporting, Ambulatory Skills, Lifting Skills, Wheelchair Assistance, Time Management, Bending Skills, Cleaning Skills, Light Duty Tasks, Non-Medical Assistance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The responsibilities of the Driver include: Transport Hooverwood Residents as requested on medical runs, daily outings, etc. Stays with and assists residents with non-medical needs on out-of-home excursions. The Driver regularly checks in with the Lead receptionist who schedules appointments/transportation and follow up him/her if there are any issues. Assures safety of passengers while boarding, driving, and exiting the vehicle by appropriate use of van lift, tie-downs, step, or physical assistance. Assures the vehicle is always kept clean, inside and out. The Driver assures the vehicle is maintained according to a preventive maintenance program by reporting any maintenance failures or concerns immediately to Supervisor. When not transporting residents or during down time, assists in Activities as needed or may perform other light duty garden tasks. Reports any behavioral changes or concerns of resident while being transported to appropriate your Supervisor. Transporter does not and is not qualified to perform resident stand/pivot transfers. Must seek out appropriate staff if this type of transfer is needed/required. Requirements All Driver's must: Possess and maintain a valid Indiana Driver’s License Have an excellent driving record Be able to read a map and road signs Physical or Mental Functions Required to Perform Job of Driver: The Driver (1) must function effectively under timelines and multiple demands; (2) must be able to fully and effectively communicate orally and have the ability to write or type; (3) must be able to read normal print/script and computer generated type; (4) must have the ability to hear effectively; (5) must have full use of at least one arm and hand; (6) must be ambulatory; (7) must be able to bend and lift through use of proper body mechanics; (8) must be able to lift up to 20 pounds; (9) must be able to push and pull wheelchairs with resident’s full body weight; (10) must be able to physically assist passengers in boarding or departing the vehicle at all times.

Responsibilities

The Driver is responsible for transporting residents for medical runs and daily outings while assisting them with non-medical needs. They must ensure passenger safety, maintain the vehicle, and report any concerns to the Supervisor.