Part Time CDL Driver

The Jewish Community Center is seeking a part-time driver to join our Buildings and Grounds team. This part-time position serving as a fill in for our regular drivers. The driver must have a CDL License.

The rate of pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

Summary:

Adult Day at the J offers two specialized program tracks, Connections and IN. Our Connections program provides day support to older adults with Alzheimer’s/Dementia and other cognitive and physical impairments. Our IN program provides day support to individuals over the age of 18 who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Both programs are geared to help our participants build upon and maintain their current knowledge, discover new abilities and cultivate personal growth while working to achieve their individualized goals.

Deliver meals, mail and other pick-ups/deliveries as needed between our locations. On an as-needed basis, may be asked to provide transportation for participants. Other activities could include providing shuttle service from our parking lots to buildings during special events and activities.

Responsibilities:

• Assist participants on and off the bus/van, including operating lifts, pushing wheelchairs, and securing adaptive equipment.
• Provide transportation for community outings as required.
• Ensure proper seating and safety restraints at all times.
• Inspect vehicles daily and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean bus/van and CDL license.
• Provide feedback on routes and program logistics.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED is required.
• Must have and maintain valid driver’s license with Class E (Chauffeur’s license). C.D.L. (Certified Driver’s License) class C with passenger endorsement is preferred.
• Must be able to read and follow instructions.
• Good customer service skills and demonstrate a positive demeanor.
• Ability to have the patience when assisting frail older adults.
• Ability to physically assist frail elderly adults, up to 250 pounds, in and out of the bus for transfer and with mobility. Includes assisting those with canes, walkers, and in manual and electric wheelchairs.
• Able to walk, bend, push, lift, sweep the bus, see, hear and have the physical capacity to drive the bus.
• Must have physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, transfer participants (up to 250 pounds), push and maneuver a wheelchair up to 250 pounds, and assist participants with mobility.
• Able to load and unload goods from a delivery van and take into the building (meals, mail, towels, etc.), up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to interact personally with participants and their families.
• Current American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification is required (training is provided).
• Position requires registration on the MO Family Care Safety Registry, as well as the registration, must be maintained for continued employment.