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Adult Day Services Driver (Part-Time)

Status

Part time

Description

Status: Part Time / Per Diem

Split Shift:  8:00-10:00 am and 2:00-4:00 pm

Wages: $17.50 per hour

Description:

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Operate and maintain transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and courtesy.
  • Assist participants in and out of the vehicle including the operation of wheelchair accessible lift.
  • Perform daily pre trip and post trip vehicle inspections.
  • Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route for participants.
  • Fuel the vehicle.
  • Ensure periodic scheduled vehicle maintenance is completed and reported.
  • Provide safety briefings to participants and staff.
  • Keep the assigned vehicles clean inside and outside.
  • Serve as back up to the Full Time Driver working in the Many Hearts program.
  • Other duties as assigned when not engaged in transportation services.

Educational Requirements:

  • A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

  • Driving experience in a work setting preferred.
  • 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. 
  • Knowledge of Independent Living Philosophy, HIPAA and operations and features of assigned vehicles.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • A valid, clean, NY State Driver’s License is required.
  • Ability to establish effective relationships, responsiveness to working with the elderly population.
  • Ability to prepare concise and accurate records.

Travel Required: Yes            

Location:  Utica, NY 

RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.

RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

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A hard copy of your resume and cover letter may also be forwarded to: RCIL, P.O. Box 210, Utica, NY 13503-0210, Attention: Recruitment.

It is the policy of RCIL to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations to fully participate in the interview process, please contact the HR Recruiter at 315-272-2957. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a person’s disability.

RCIL promotes a scent/chemical free environment. To support this effort, we ask that all applicants refrain from wearing scented products while in the office.

RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

It is RCIL’s policy and agency standard that all employees participate in advocacy for Civil Rights and Agency activities.  Apply today to make a difference!

This document was developed under grant CFDA 93.778 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. However, these contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.