What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shopping and Accompanied Transportation Driver position at Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
Summary
We believe that seniors of all ages have important contributions to make in their own lives, the lives of their loved ones and in their communities. As they age, we aim to support seniors to continue living fulfilling, meaningful, healthy and safe lives. We also seek to support caregivers in a variety of ways as they navigate new experiences, their needs, and the needs of their loved ones. The Shopping and Accompanied Transportation Driver provides individualized, person-centered support for clients, helping them maintain independence by accompanying them on errands and appointments.
The ideal person for this role enjoys driving and is friendly, compassionate, and draws energy from interacting with others; has a sincere and natural desire to do what it takes to help others; is a good problem solver, and listens actively to clients.
Agency Information
JFCS is a multi-faceted human services agency with the mission to provide essential services to people of all ages and backgrounds to sustain healthy relationships, ease suffering and offer support in times of need. JFCS is a place where you can put your values to work every day. You will be able to :
- Make a positive difference in the lives of others
- Feel energized to give your best effort and enjoy a healthy work / life balance
- Learn, grow and accomplish new things
JFCS serves and employs people of all cultures and faith traditions and highly values inclusion and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AA / EEO
Salary and Benefits
Responsibilities
Driving (85%)
For Shopping
Clients accessing shopping can make up to three stops (e.g., bank, grocery store, post office) in a two-hour shopping period. Shoppers drive and accompany clients on their errands.
For Accompanied Transportation
Clients accessing Accompanied Transportation receive a ride to medical appointments. Staff wait for the client in the waiting room and drive the client home after the appointment .
Additional Duties (15%)
Requirements
Experience
Skills and Qualities :
Work Environment & Additional Requirements :
Must be able to be outdoors in changeable weather during all months of the year. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Combination of driving, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing and descending stairs. May be required to carry packages up stairs. Time is spent in the employee's vehicle, at clients' homes, and at stores and other locations for clients' errands. Must have use of personal car, current Minnesota driver's license, auto insurance with appropriate coverage limits and clean driver record. Subject to criminal and motor vehicle background checks.
Additional Information
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Salary Description
22.82 / hr
Salary : $23
