Driver - Child Welfare Program

MCHS Family of Services • Redford, MI

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About The Position

Responsible for transporting clients, as assigned from a designated pick-up site to a designated host setting and light maintenance of fleet inventory.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial driving experience required.
• Must be congenial, patient and reliable with the ability to relate to staff and clients and gain their respect and confidence.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public. Attend agency trainings and maintain necessary certifications as determined by the agency.
• Maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license, automobile liability insurance coverage and an excellent driving record that allows the operation of an agency vehicle to transport clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport clients as necessary in an agency vehicle
• Assist with boarding and departure as necessary for clients
• Informs team members of any significant changes to client’s behaviors
• Keep required vehicle logs; prepares and writes reports.
• Provides light operator maintenance, taking the vehicle for gas and oil changes, recording usage, expenses, etc.
• Completes daily vehicle safety checks and inspections.
• Operate within the guidelines of the Employee Handbook, program’s Operation Manual and agency policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED