Driver - Part Time; 1122-706-N

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens•New York, NY

5d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens is hiring a part-time Driver for its Older Adult Centers. The Driver transports older adult clients on regularly scheduled routes to senior centers, supermarkets, shopping malls, medical appointments, and other destinations designated by the Director or assigned staff. The Driver may escort and assist clients between their homes and the vehicle, including clients who are infirm or fragile, and ensures passenger safety through seat belts, wheelchair brackets, and other safety devices. The role includes keeping gasoline and mileage records, completing daily route sheets and other program reports, collecting and recording participant contributions, and operating and maintaining a two-way radio. The Driver picks up and returns the vehicle to its parking place daily, inspects it and promptly reports defects, and oversees vehicle maintenance, repairs, and cleaning. The Driver must follow traffic regulations and perform other program tasks when routes are underutilized or clients cancel.

Requirements

Valid New York State Class D driver’s license and provision of an annual driving record printout from the Motor Vehicle Bureau.
Must obtain a defensive driving certificate within six months of employment; proof of completing a New York State-approved defensive driving class within six months of hire is required.
One year of driving experience, with no more than one moving violation in a 24-month period and no convictions for driving while intoxicated.
Knowledge of roadways in the area where the program operates.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Transport older adult clients on regularly scheduled routes to destinations including senior centers, supermarkets, shopping malls, and medical appointments.
Escort and assist infirm or fragile clients between their homes and the vehicle when necessary.
Ensure passenger safety using seat belts, wheelchair brackets, and other safety devices.
Keep daily gasoline and mileage records.
Pick up and return the vehicle to its parking place daily.
Maintain program reports, including daily route sheets.
Operate and maintain the agency vehicle’s two-way radio.
Collect and record participant contributions.
Oversee or ensure vehicle maintenance, repairs, and interior and exterior cleaning, including gas, oil, tire changes, and car washes.
Inspect the vehicle daily and report operational or structural defects promptly to a supervisor.
Follow traffic regulations, including speed limits, parking rules, and posted signs and signals.
Perform other program tasks when clients cancel and routes are underutilized.