POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Driver is responsible for providing safe, timely and courteous transportation for residents to and from various activities and appointments while providing quality service. This person will also be willing to assist with minor housekeeping and/or activity duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Operates company vehicle(s) safely on outings, excursions, special activities and personal resident appointments.
2. Confirms transportation schedule and appointments with the Direct Supervisor.
3. Assists residents with any special needs during transportation; such as carrying packages, opening doors, assisting residents onto and out of the vehicle and to the point of destination.
4. Secures passengers' wheelchairs, walkers and other equipment to restraining devices to stabilize equipment during trip.
5. Keeps vehicle(s) clean and sanitary, and in good operating condition. Keeps exterior of vehicle(s) clean and presentable.
6. Accurately following routes, maps, and directions.
7. Complies with standards and processes for proper vehicle inspection and driving. Completes daily maintenance checks on vehicle(s) by checking all fluid levels, lights, turn signals, parking brake, fuel etc. Notifies Direct Supervisor of unsafe conditions
8. Maintains mileage and gas logs, as well as vehicle inspection logs.
9. Follows all state and federal laws when operating the company vehicles.
10. Practices/demonstrates safe driving habits at all times. Observes speed limits yet is still punctual and safe in transporting people.
11. Immediately reports delays and/or accidents to Direct Supervisor.
12. Provides miscellaneous pickup and delivery services as needed.
13. Acts as a member of the activity/janitorial staff when on outings/excursions and at the facility as needed.

NON ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Operates computer and programs including other business office machines - not required but preferred.
2. Maintain the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
3. Maintain business/professional boundaries with all staff, management and outside vendors.
4. Attends and participates in department meetings and other required trainings.
5. Complies with safety standards and ensures the safety, health and welfare of staff, residents, and guests at all times.
6. Provides encouragement, guidance and resources to staff and residents when needed.
7. Adheres to company and departmental policies and procedures.
8. Performs and assists with other related duties and special projects as needed and assigned.

SAFETY and STANDARD OF CONDUCT:

The employee will comply with and support the Fellowship Homes, Inc. Safety program. The employee will comply with and support company Standards of Conduct.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. High school diploma or equivalent required.
3. Current California Class C Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger endorsement (preferred but not required) and a clean driving record.
4. First aid and CPR certification. Must obtain within 90-days of employment.
5. Able to follow verbal directions, read maps, follow GPS.
6. Must be knowledgeable of all safety precautions and comply with safety procedures.
7. Ability to react calmly in emergency situations and be considerate.
8. Ability to operate a chair lift and secure regular and mechanical wheelchairs and scooters.
9. Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following all Casa de Modesto procedures and the ability to follow through on assigned tasks, and demonstrate initiative.
10. Ability to read, write and communicate to residents, staff, families, vendors, and all business relationships in English language.
11. Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, physical, and TB test.
12. Must be able to communicate with all levels of staff in an effective, neutral and professional manner.
13. Ability to function as a member of the team in a multi-task environment.
14. Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and changing conditions.

WORK CONDITIONS

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others in the workplace, because physical requirements cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation, will not be considered qualified for employment. Notify the Human Resources personnel if you need to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position is not limited to those duties in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced, or deleted to meet the business needs of Fellowship Homes, Inc. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

All employees of Fellowship Homes, Inc. are employees at will and, as such, are free to resign at any time without reason. Fellowship Homes, Inc., likewise, retains the right to terminate an employee's employment at any time with or without reason or notice. Nothing contained in this document or any other document provided to the employee is intended to be, nor should it be, construed as a guarantee that employment or any benefit will be continued for any period of time. Any salary figures provided to an employee in annual or monthly terms are stated for the sake of convenience or to facilitate comparisons and are not intended and do not create an employment contract for any specific period of time.