Essential Services Driver - Kamloops, Canada - Tk'emlúps te Secwepemc

Tk'emlúps te Secwepemc

Verified Company

Kamloops, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

JOB POSTING

POSITION TITLE:
Essential Service Driver
***

DEPARTMENT:
Community Services

SUPERVISOR:
Community Health Representative

TERMS:
On-Call

REFERENCE #:
REPOST)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The purpose of this position is to increase access to essential services (local only) by driving on-reserve TteS band members to and from medical appointments, employment agencies and other essential services.

The Essential Service Driver is not to replace transportation provided by families, and/or medical professionals; but to enhance the life of the on-reserve TteS members who would otherwise not have access to essential services due to a lack of public transit.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides services that enable clients to improve their quality of life in accordance with the approved practices, policies, standards and guidelines. (95%)

TteS band member clients (includes ESD's family) phone the Community Health Representative to schedule an appointment for their ride, Essential Service Driver (ESD) will take a copy of their schedule each morning and Community Health Representative will provide updates as needed.
Transport band members to scheduled appointments at various locations/offices and organizations, as well as to food bank, light shopping errands, and other essential services they may require.
Priority will be given to medically required appointments, such as doctor's and specialist appointments, nonemergency hospital transport and dental appointments.
ESD is required to have each client sign the ESD daily log form and to keep accurate records.
Observe and inform Community Health Representative of any obvious changes in client's health and safety conditions.
Attends Community Services Department staff meetings as directed.
Participate in training programs as directed by the Community Health Representative.
Maintain a clean driver's abstract, keep a daily logbook (per CVP regs) and perform cleaning/maintenance on TteS fleet vehicle(s) as directed and in accordance with the BC Motor Vehicle Act.
Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the TteS.
Pickup and delivery of medical equipment and/or prescriptions for service provider and clients.

5% Other related duties as necessary.

Assists with the various departmental social functions such as picnics, parties at the direction of the Community Services Manager.

Professional Certification, Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12 an asset
Minimum of two (2) years' work experience in a customer service or related field.
Must have a current valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driver's abstract.
Must have or be willing to obtain a Class 4 Driver's License.
Must have or be willing to obtain a First Aid certificate.
Must pass a Criminal Record Check
Vulnerable Sector.
Experience/training working with Elders and/or infirm persons within a First Nation community is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

Good communication skills.
Clean driver's abstract and capacity to manage people and their safety in a closed vehicle.
Ability to prioritize schedule.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to take initiative.
Strong tact and diplomacy.
Must have strong teamwork and cooperation, service orientation and problem solving and judgement skills.
Ability to work in multicultural settings.

HOURS OF WORK:
Normal Day shifts - 7 hours. Non-normal shifts may be required.

PAY GRADE:
Starting at $20.08 to $22.18/hour depending on education & experience.

Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the

Deadline for the Job posting is November 15, 2023 by 2:00pm

Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references

or at our Human Resources office # Chief Alex Thomas Way.

Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm &

closed for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
**We require each applicant to fill out