The Multi-Service Centre (MSC) is a non-profit organization serving the tri-counties area of Oxford, Elgin and Norfolk and focusing on delivering essential services to our community. Staff and management provide high quality, client driven care programs including Adult Literacy & Essential Skills, Employment Programs and Home Support services. Please visit our website for more details at www.multiservicecentre.com.
We currently have an opportunity for a part-time permanent driver!
Position Summary & Purpose
The Home Support Transportation Driver provides transportation rides using the MSC van primarily to and from medical appointments to the frail, elderly and/or adults with physical disabilities. The Driver attends to client needs while they are in his or her care.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Complete daily vehicle pre‐trip and post trip inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
- Pick up client at their home, transport to destination, and return home
- Be punctual and dependable in picking up clients at the scheduled time
- Provide support to clients as needed, including carrying and safely securing clients’ equipment at pick up and drop off locations.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Submit regular reports as required, reporting any unusual circumstances/concerns to the coordinator
- Respect client confidentiality
- Maximize safety through daily maintenance of the driver’s primary vehicle and ensure all necessary certification is current.
- Complete vehicle log sheets regularly.
- All other duties as assigned and delivery of service according to schedules.
- Maintain a professional image and attitude in regard to clients, visitors and co‐workers.
Job Requirements:
- Must have previous customer service experience with a good track record of assisting customers in a thoughtful, caring and timely manner
- Valid G license
- Exceed minimum age requirement of 25 years for insurance requirements
- Clear MTO Driver’s license search (no more than 3 demerit points)
- Valid insurance coverage of $1 million
- Must provide clear Criminal Record Search with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- First Aid/CPR certification is required (we will train and certify you if needed)
- Able to work with accessible equipment, i.e., wheelchairs, motorized scooter, walkers, mechanical lifts and Q-straint tie down system.
Please Note: The information in this job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required by employees assigned to this position.
To Apply:
If you are interested in the opportunity to work in an environment that promotes collaboration, diversity, integrity, respect and quality, please forward your resume and cover letter.
Notice to all candidates: In accordance with the Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (IASR) under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we will provide reasonable accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for applicants, as needed, upon request.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $19.31 per hour
Work Location: On the road
