Driver - Toronto, Canada - Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association

Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association is a non-profit community services agency. Since 1976, we have provided community support, home and personal health care services in a holistic manner to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those with medical needs in the Greater Toronto, York, and Mississauga regions.

With a staff of 500 members (including full-time and part-time staff) and the support of a pool of 850 active volunteers, we serve over 15,000 clients a year, including seniors and the physically disabled; 3,000 of whom are "home-bound" and frail.

TITLE:
Driver

TERM:
Casual

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide safe and efficient transportation services to clients for medical/hospital appointments, adult day program, social activities, etc.
Be punctual and dependable in picking up the client at the scheduled time
Provide assistance to clients in and out of agency vehicle/their homes, in a safe manner
Immediately report incidents, accidents or client health concerns to supervisor
Carry out routine maintenance and upkeep of vehicle, including fueling and cleaning
Complete and retain appropriate documentations such as mileage logbook, timesheet, and other records

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid G driving license with a minimum of 3 years driving experience (bus license is an asset)
Clean driving record
Knowledge of transfer skills, and physical ability to assist clients with transfers and transporting wheelchair patients
Experience working with seniors
Demonstrated passion and caring attitude
Ability to prioritize and react calmly to crisis situations
Valid CPR/First Aid & CPR certification
Flexible working hours with availability to work mornings, evenings, and weekends
Fluent in English, and a second language commonly used by our clients such as Cantonese and Mandarin is an asset
Current vulnerable sector check (completed within one year)

COVID-19 Precautions:

Carefirst has mandated a COVID19 vaccination policy in place unless with exemption on a medical or other protected ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code._
Carefirst is an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange a reasonable and appropriate accommodation._

Job Type:
Casual

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