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Position:  Driver
Organization:  Jewish Family & Career Services
Reports to: Homecare Director
Position Type: Part Time – Afternoon
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location:  Louisville, Kentucky
Salary: $17.00 per hour

Purpose: Passport Around Louisville Service (PALS) Driver will provide older adults with transportation for medical appointments, errands, shopping and outings. The Driver will serve on the JFCS Homecare team and report to the Homecare Director and adhere to safe driving practices and will not operate a cell phone while driving.

Essential Functions:

  • Transport clients from designated addresses to appointed destinations as per schedule.
  • Practice safe driving habits and follow all state and national safety regulations.
  • Provide stand-by assistance to clients as they embark and disembark vehicle ensuring seatbelts are worn by all clients and assisting as necessary.
  • Escort clients to and from errands and appointments as requested.
  • Document mileage, maintenance and repairs on vehicle logs.
  • Maintain vehicle readiness ensuring it is always clean, fueled and ready for use as well as identify and check for safety concerns, tire inflation, etc.
  • Maintain communication with Homecare Director regarding any changes, safety issues, critical incidents or general client concerns.
  • Excellent navigation skills and proficiency using navigation applications.
  • Assist with other tasks on behalf of Agency that involve transportation.
  • Maintain accurate, complete and timely client records handling all Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) confidentially in accordance with agency procedures regarding the security of client/agency information.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school graduate preferred
  • 20+ years old
  • Valid driver’s license and current, clean DMV record

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

  • Tasks involve sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, reaching and performing other physical requirements commensurate with demands of the position.
  • Must have good vision (corrective lenses acceptable).
  • Must be able to hear (hearing aids acceptable).
  • Must be able to speak (express or exchange of information by means of spoken words).
  • May occasionally life and/or carry/move/push up to 300 lbs (wheelchair-bound clients).
  • Must be physically able to assist clients into and out of vehicle and navigate clients safely to and from destination.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Travel Requirement: Considerable local travel

Pre-Employment Requirements:  Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background and drivers’ record check. Negative TB test, drug screen, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

The vision of JFCS is that ALL in Greater Louisville live with dignity and purpose. This vision is not possible without prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and a trauma informed approach. We believe it is central to our mission to not only meet the immediate needs of individuals but break down the systemic barriers that can prevent individuals from realizing their full potential.