Driver for Adult Day Services

Chicago Commons•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the ADS Program Director this position drives a minibus, van, or lightweight vehicle to transport Adult Day Services participants or physically limited passengers and deliver them to their destination. A driver may also be expected to transport agency personnel. The driver is expected to keep accurate vehicle records, maintain the vehicles in a clean, safe, and orderly condition. Chicago Commons is seeking candidates to join our Adult Daycare Service team. The ideal candidate must be mission-driven and passionate about caring for seniors and adults with disabilities. Submit your application today to join this extraordinary program! Chicago Commons provides services that help seniors and adults with disabilities maintain their independence and quality of life while remaining in their homes. Our Adult Day Service (ADS) program provides a professional care setting in which seniors and adults with disabilities are transported to our center to receive individualized care in a community-based group setting. Our Adult Day Service center is located in Bronzeville and provides daily onsite care for seniors and adults with disabilities.

Requirements

Valid Illinois Driver's License.
3-5 years of experience working with seniors or adults with disabilities.
3-5 years of driving experience.
High School diploma/GED.
CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

Arrange for vehicle repair with the assistance of the ADS Manager.
Follow established schedules; adjusts schedules to meet unanticipated changes; determines the safest and most efficient pick-up and delivery routes and other destinations according to schedule.
Assist passengers on and off the vehicle safely and courteously.
Assist clients who use medical equipment, and handle emergencies that may arise.
Provide support, assistance, and always interact with participants during field trips and activities in addition to pick up and drop off.
Provide support in the activity rooms as needed.
Ensure the van is clean and in optimal condition for the comfort and safety of the clients.
Follow the daily schedule assigned to transport clients to numerous areas within the city of Chicago.
Provide a high level of customer service to clients and families.
Note visible changes in the physical or mental health of clients regularly transported; communicate this information to appropriate personnel for follow-up, and document unusual behavior.
Secure wheelchairs with restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during transport.
Ensure that clients are received by the caregiver and/or authorized person.
Complete daily route report.
Report and complete incident reports as needed.
Conduct weekly vehicle inspections. Thoroughly inspect the vehicle and maintain a clean and safe condition.
Report the need for maintenance and/or service to the ADS Manager.
Maintain standard records such as logs of passengers, mileage, and gasoline purchases.
Operates radio or similar device to communicate with the base station, other drivers, caregivers or to report disruption of service.
Follow at all times the ADS Driver manual.
Always ensure safety of clients
Must operate the van in accordance with vehicle and transportation laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Other job duties are assigned.