Driver ( Van ) Full Time

Rogerson Brand•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Driver safely and comfortably transports program participants between their homes and the program, as well as to other locations as required. The role involves verifying participants and destinations, ensuring passengers are never left unattended, following safety procedures, and assisting with participant needs during trips. The Driver also maintains the vehicle and transport equipment, organizes routes and schedules, communicates with participants and caregivers, and keeps required records. The position reports to the Transportation Manager and pays $18–$20 per hour.

Requirements

Valid and appropriate state driver’s license; a current Massachusetts driver’s license is required for the role.
Safe driving record.
Training in CPR and First Aid.
Ability to perform basic transfer techniques.
Ability to lift moderate weights without injury.
Experience driving a multi-passenger vehicle.
Consent to initial and random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with elders and other adults with physical and/or cognitive impairments.

Responsibilities

Safely and comfortably transport, or assist in transporting, participants and materials to and from the program and other locations according to a pre-arranged schedule.
Verify each client and destination, never leave a participant unattended, and ensure appropriate safety measures are followed during transport.
Report participant behavioral changes and unusual incidents to appropriate professional staff, and consult with program staff as needed.
Safely operate, monitor, and perform preventative maintenance on vehicles and transport equipment; perform or arrange repairs when necessary.
Keep the vehicle’s interior and exterior clean and ready for use.
Organize transportation duties, routes, and other activities by prioritizing and scheduling them to meet deadlines.
Attend to participants’ needs during trips in a friendly, courteous, and caring manner, engaging in conversation appropriate to their needs and situations.
Communicate courteously and warmly with caregivers; listen to participants, caregivers, and others, provide instructions and information clearly, and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
Help create and maintain a warm, caring atmosphere that supports positive and appropriate participation.
Maintain a current Massachusetts driver’s license and safe driving record; operate the vehicle within prescribed speeds and safety procedures and encourage passengers to do likewise.
Immediately notify the Program Manager or appropriate person of any injury, accident, or situation requiring management attention.
Maintain accurate, neat, current, and accessible travel logs, vehicle maintenance records, and other required documentation.
Perform other program- or agency-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.