Transportation Driver - Sault Ste. Marie, Canada - Canadian Red Cross

Canadian Red Cross

Verified Company

Sault Ste. Marie, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Transportation Drivers make a significant impact to those in our community that may have no other means of transportation for important appointments and activities.

As a volunteer in this program you will assist our clients in many ways; they will benefit from being able to live independently, alleviating social isolation, and their overall better well being.

Key Responsibilities

Abide by all policies, procedures and practices including but not limited to vehicle circle checks, mileage and route documentation
Drive clients to designated destinations
Assist clients to and from vehicle
Work with Program Coordinator to ensure that the exterior and interior of vehicles are clean and safe
Report any concerns of clients with deteriorating health and/or other needs to the Program Coordinator
Complete all required training and attend ongoing additional training sessions as needed
Report to the Transportation Coordinator for all scheduling and availability
Priority Assistance to Transition Home (PATH): Transitioning Patients from Hospital to home with the assistance of a Transitional Care Worker
Perform other duties as required

Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong defensive driving skills
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Requires a high level of patience, compassion and empathy in a nonjudgemental environment
Good working knowledge of the area
Ability to be oncall and accept 'lastminute' ride requests is always an asset

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years driving experience with a valid Gclass Ontario driver's license with a good driving record
This position requires a satisfactory Canadian criminal record check or Enhanced Police Information Check (EPIC).

Working Conditions

Much of the work is performed independently with mínimal supervision
Will be required to drive a Red Cross vehicle
Driving in various weather conditions
Must wear proper personal protection equipment (which will be provided) and must follow all safety protocols
The driver will be responsible to come to the Canadian Red Cross Branch to submit and/or receive necessary paperwork and to complete training.
Some online training will be required
Minimum sixmonth commitment
Days of operation are Monday to Friday. There is flexibility with time commitment, and we can work to accommodate your availability. Common shifts are once per week for a minimum of 4 hours.