Part-Time Program Aide

City of Jacksonville, FL • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

This is service work operating motor vehicles to transport and provide assistance for seniors 60 years and above, entering and exiting from vehicles, and performing various support activities at program sites. The work requires knowledge of standardized work routines used in operating a multi-passenger-carrying motor vehicle and the use of common equipment or uncomplicated machinery such as vehicle lifts, wheelchairs, walkers and power mobility devices. Contact with others require basic courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with seniors and others to request or provide information, ask questions, or obtain clarification. The work is fairly routine following established routines, standing instructions, and established procedures, but some variation in the sequence of procedures used is permitted based on situations encountered in the workplace. The work is patterned involving similar situations and generally requiring only the choice of the correct procedure. The work is performed in a controlled work environment where there are some risks and hazards, but they are known, predictable, and controllable. Operates multi-passenger-carrying vehicles, two-way radio, computer, using word processing, email and other related software, as well as other standard office equipment. The worker may be required to lift, carry and rearrange furnishings, displays, supplies and equipment weighing less than 50 pounds. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are subject to instructions and established work routines.

Requirements

• Knowledge of work routines used in operating a multi-passenger-carrying van or bus.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of daily pre-trip and post-trip procedures.
• Ability to operate a multi-passenger motor vehicle.
• Ability to provide physical assistance to senior citizens.
• Ability to perform first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation procedures.
• Ability to lift, load and carry objects weighing less than 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate and communicate on a two-way radio.
• Ability to read, understand, and write English.
• Ability to operate a computer utilizing word processing, email and other standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates motor vehicles to transport seniors, which may require assisting seniors entering or exiting the vehicles.
• Maintains assigned vehicles in good operating order by performing daily maintenance checks of the fuel, motor oil, brakes, lights, coolant, tires and general running condition; adding fluids such as water and oil, when appropriate.
• Maintains interior and exterior cleanliness of assigned vehicles.
• Completes trip records and other records relating to transporting of program participants.
• Assists in providing program services and performing work duties engaging the seniors as directed.
• Distributes messages, packages and supplies to designated sites.
• Assists in answering the telephone.
• Works other routes and job sites as needed.
• Performs first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation when needed.
• Assists scanning participants for meals and activities at designated program sites.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed