Job Description

Dufferin Oaks is a not-for-profit Home owned and operated by the County of Dufferin under standards established by the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care. 160 residents call Dufferin Oaks home, living in private, semi-private and standard rooms. Dufferin Oaks provides accommodation, meals, supportive services, socialization and a full range of nursing care services for persons who, for various reasons, cannot live independently in the community. We are currently recruiting for qualified, caring and compassionate:

TRANSPORTATION DRIVER

Temporary Part Time

JOB TYPE

: Unionized

LOCATION:

151 Center Street, Shelburne ON

Reporting to the Client Services Coordinator, the Transportation Driver is responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of seniors and disabled adults for medical and other appointments. This position is a 6 month contract with possibility of extension, working 24 hours/week.

What we can offer YOU!

A competitive hourly wage ranging between $21.38 - $24.25

Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program

Unlimited access to live and interactive webinars offered by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

What you'll do

Drive county vehicles to transport clients in a safe and courteous manner

Ensure all rides are provided in safe and responsible manner in compliance with all policies and procedures. Ensure that clients embark safely, and ride in their seats with seat belts buckled. Ensure the safe use of the Q-straint and lift/ramp when applicable. Ensure clients safely disembark from vehicle

Operate vehicle in compliance with the Ontario Traffic Safety Act

Perform a daily circle check before driving vehicle and documentation to confirm

Report any client concerns to DCCSS staff

Use agency cell phone to maintain contact with DCCSS office and client if applicable

Responsible for maintaining paperwork as required for program i.e. mileage log book

Report any vehicle concerns, breakdown, malfunction or service needs

Responsible for fueling vehicle as required and keeping vehicle clean and abiding by cleaning procedures

Other duties as assigned

What you'll bring

Valid Class G driver's license

Preference for Valid Class F driver's license

Valid personal automobile insurance (minimum $1,000,000 liability)

Clean drivers abstract

Sensitive to needs of seniors and individuals with physical disabilities and/or mental illness

Physically able to assist clients in and out of vehicle, folding wheelchairs and walkers, etc.

Must be willing to work flexible hours as hours of work will vary depending on transportation requests. May include evenings and weekends

Must be flexible to potential call in for work or changes to schedules based on transportation needs

Must be willing to drive throughout Dufferin County

Ready to apply?

Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter before the closing date and time.

As an organization, we recognize the value of diverse perspectives and lived experiences, and the importance of creating an environment that embraces and supports these. We are committed to creating and fostering a workplace where all employees feel a sense of dignity and belonging. As such, we seek to attract, develop, and retain highly talented employees with a variety of identities and backgrounds, to better reflect the growing diversity of our region.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples.

Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.

Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

Persons who identify as women; and

Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our workplace.

Please note that the County of Dufferin requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and must provide proof of fully vaccinated status, or provide proof of a medical or Human Rights Code exemption, prior to starting employment.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will receive a response. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection and will not be used for any other reason. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $21.38-$24.25 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee assistance program On-site parking Wellness program
Schedule:

Day shift
Work Location: In person