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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Driver Client Transportation, Frozen Meals on Wheels - Casual
Posted on December 10, 2024 by Employer details VON Canada
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Requisition Details: Employment Status: CasualProgram Name: Meals on Wheels/TransportationWork Schedule: Days Area of work: Colchester East Hants CountiesOn-call: No Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position. Job Summary: The Driver - VON's Frozen Meals on Wheels will be transporting meals from the office space to the client's home. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the safe transportation of clients in an accessible vehicle as scheduledEnsure any necessary certification is completed as directedMaximize safety through daily maintenance of the driver's primary vehicle and ensure all necessary certification is currentComplete vehicle log sheets regularlyProvide support to clients as needed, including carrying and safely securing clients' equipment at pick up and drop off locationsAbides by all confidentiality and protection of personal information policies, regulations and practices and ensures appropriate safeguards are in place within their roleAbide by the VON Volunteer/Community Support Services Driving AgreementAbides by all VON policies and work practices including any event and incident reportsAll other duties as assigned and delivery of service according to schedulesExternal and Internal Relationships:Regularly engage with and support clients in the process of meeting their transportation needsEducation, Designations and Experience: High school diplomaA minimum of one year of experience working with seniors and adults with disabilitiesExperience with, and physically capable of, handling vehicle restraints Skill Requirements: Able to work with accessible equipment e.g. wheelchairs, motorized scooters, walkers, mechanical lifts and Q-straint tie down system.Reliable, dependable, and flexible.Good verbal communication skills.Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 35 pounds using appropriate lifting techniques.Strong attention to detail.Must be able to engage in physical activity as a regular component of the job.Ability to speak French is an asset.Other: Must have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's permit and a clean driver's abstract. The abstract must be obtained annually.Must have valid G class driver's license.Must provide proof of required insurance coverage.A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required upon the start of employment.A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check required.Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.- LocationTruro, NS
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- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Casual employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
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