Van Driver (Substitute)
Position Description
VAN DRIVER SUBSTITUTE
Peninsula Agency on Aging (PAA) is currently seeking an
individual to serve in the position as Van Driver Substitute. CDL not required.
Introduction
Peninsula Agency on Aging has been
providing services that have enabled seniors to live independently since
1974. Our mission is to support the
independence and quality of life of Peninsula residents, primarily 60 years and
over, by advocating, arranging, or providing vital human services.
Core Competencies
Our staff value and model empathy
and compassion, reliability, ability, respect for all, and communicating with
kindness.
Key Responsibilities
As a Van Driver Substitute, you will operate
a van and pick up senior citizens for congregate meals and return them to their
homes, assists participants in and out of vehicles, transports senior citizens
to doctors, outings and points of interest, transports meals, deliver supplies, assists with loading and
unloading of meals, food, and supplies, maintains all related passenger lists,
trip records, and other information as required by the Agency, performs daily
pre-trip vehicle inspections, and ensures vans are properly fueled and
maintained.
Essential Skills and Experience
We are looking for applicants who
with any combination of education and experience, possess a valid Virginia
driver’s license, dependable, knowledge of the principles and practices of
operating and servicing vans; thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and
regulations governing van operation; ability to assist clients in wheelchairs;
ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to lift
at least 25 pounds.
Benefits
In addition to our highly
accessible central location in Newport News, Peninsula Agency on Aging offers a
competitive hourly rate, and an inclusive work environment that is flexible, friendly,
positive, and rewarding.
Substitute - $14.00/hour
Individuals age 60+ encouraged to
apply.
Senior Friendly Workplace,
Inclusive Workplace, Equal Opportunity Employer, Affirmative Action Employer,
Drug free workplace
Please apply online at http://www.paainc.org and select “About Us”
then “Employment Opportunities.”