Program Support Assistant I, Driver

Goodwill of Colorado

    Job Description

 

JOB CODE & TITLE: 251 – Program Support Asst I, Driver

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Support Assistant I, Driver, will assist with transporting clients enrolled to and from Day Programs on a fixed route, as well as assisting with community integration activities into the community.  These activities include client interaction such as assisting with feeding, daily games/exercises, etc.

When performing this task, the incumbent will provide transportation services to our clients.

Pay: $18.00/hour 

Work Hours: Mon-Fri 6:00AM-3:00PM 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

Transportation:


* The Program Support Asst I, Driver must exhibit sound judgment when speaking with and assisting the clients.

The incumbent will pick up and drop off clients from their home and deliver them to and from the Day Program in a safe and timely matter.

The incumbent must be able to alter their route according to the daily pick-up schedule, adjusting for the safest and most efficient course to deliver clients to the program and back home.

The incumbent must be able to read and understand maps and use a GPS (Global Positioning System) and follow all rules and regulations driving in the State of Colorado.

This position is also responsible for driving clients to and from community activities throughout the week.

 

Van Maintenance and Safety:


* The Driver is responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle’s interior and exterior.

The driver will ensure all clients utilize seat belts at all times as well as assist clients on and off the vans at all times.

The driver will ensure the vehicle’s fuel tank is maintained at least half full at all times.

 

Tracking and Reporting:


* The Driver will conduct and document the vehicle inspection sheet for the vehicle prior to operating and report any vehicle deficiencies to the supervisor immediately.

The driver will maintain a good working knowledge of vehicle accident reporting.      

 

Relationship Management: 


* The Driver will communicate effectively with clients, co-workers, and staff personnel.

In addition, the driver will engage and maintain conversations/interactions/responses with clients that encourage independence and respect.

The incumbent will also perform all other duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education:


* A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

 

Experience: 


* One (1)-year of experience driving a 14-passenger van is preferred.  

 

Other:


* Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with clients that may have intellectual an...