Purpose:
The COA Van Driver performs routine work in the vehicle transport of senior citizens to and from appointed destinations. Performs all other related work as required.
Essential Functions:
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Adheres to the driving policy, including seat belt safety as determined by the Council on Aging.
Completes daily “walk-around” of vehicle, also recording beginning and ending mileage and submits on the appropriate form daily.
Reports deficiencies/problems with the van to the COA Director as soon as possible.
Maintains the cleanliness of the van at all times.
Submits weekly timesheet of hours worked.
Assists passengers in getting on and off the van by opening the doors and offering limited physical assistance to any passengers who need it.
Ensure person has actually entered house (especially in winter).
Assists with up to four bundles and/or packages, as appropriate.
Observes changes in habits of clients and reports changes to Coordinator.
Ensures van cell phone is on at all times.
Locks and secures vehicle at end of each day.
Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Supervision:
Supervision Scope: Performs routine work of a repetitive nature which involves the exercise of considerable caution and safety when driving passengers to and from various locations; works independently and exercises judgment involving transportation issues.
Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Council on Aging Director. Employee refers all questionable cases to supervisor.
Job Environment:
- Work is performed in a vehicle on the road with exposure to all weather conditions and the general hazards associated with driving; work is subject to seasonal variations.
- The employee has access to confidential information pertaining to clients.
- Makes frequent contact with elderly passengers as well as Council on Aging staff, medical and dental office personnel, the families of clients, and other town departments.
- Errors could result in considerable delay and loss of service, damage to equipment, possible injury or loss of life, and legal repercussions.
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)