DRIVER

# Summary 

• DRIVER
• CASUAL, REGULAR POSITION
• HOURLY RATE: $25.05 - $25.82 INCLUDES HOOPP (HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN)

# About the Organization 

 South Riverdale Community Health Centre is a non-profit, multi-service organization that provides primary healthcare, social and community outreach services with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention primarily to people of East Toronto. Our mission is to improve the lives of people that face barriers to physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being. We do so by meaningfully engaging our clients and communities, ensuring equitable access to primary health care and delivering quality care through a range of evidence informed programs, services and approaches. As a leader in community health, our locally and internationally recognized community services include cutting-edge primary health services, health promotion, harm reduction, environmental health, community food centre and population-based community programs for marginalized peoples. We value health equity and inclusion and respect in our work and in the delivery of our services.

# About the Position 

 Reporting to the Program Manager, Community Health, the Driver is responsible for safely transporting clients of Harmony Hall Centre for Seniors and partner agencies to appointments, activities or other locations, cleaning and maintaining vehicles. Other duties may include delivery of supplies and materials, assistance with harm reduction outreach driving, or assisting South Riverdale Community Health Centre’s services, programs and sites. This position is expected to work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service
• Drive up to 5 clients at a time, some of whom may have an escort, to designated destinations, ensuring their safe and punctual arrival
• Follow the route and schedule as assigned to transport clients from pick-up point to various locations
• Ensure that the vehicle is clean and presentable to clients and the public
• Conduct mandatory daily circle checks on vehicle(s), noting minor and major vehicle defects, topping up vehicle fluids (e.g. gas and windshield wiper fluid) in a timely manner
• Report to supervisor any safety concerns for a client due to his/her condition or any occupational health and safety concerns resulting from driving a particular client
• Report to supervisor any concerns regarding the condition of the vehicles which may make them unsafe to drive
• Complete all documentation and reports as required by legislation or organizational policies and practices in a timely and efficient manner
• Follow all policies and procedures as required to maintain a healthy and safe working environment
• All other duties as required

# Your Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Minimum three years' driving experience
• A class ‘G’, 'B' or 'F' Ontario Driver's License with fewer than three demerit points
• Requires a Driver’s Abstract for a minimum of 3 years, Driver’s License Check, valid driver’s license, personal insurance (if have personal auto insurance) 
• Requires Consumer AutoPlus, or, a letter of experience from insurance company and/or from a previous employer’s insurance company confirming at least three years driving a car/van
• Must comply with and complete all necessary drivers training as per organizational policy
• Safe and cautious driver
• Commitment to customer service
• Previous experience working with seniors and persons with physical and cognitive disabilities is an asset
• Demonstrated respect for diversity, equity, anti-racism and accessibility with the ability to work collaboratively and positively with others
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Good problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior interpersonal skills and excellent judgment
• Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Comfortable using technology such as a smartphone and GPS
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology and various software applications
• Experience with harm reduction outreach driving an asset
• Police clearance documentation will be required for employment
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination status will be required for employment