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- Position Purpose
Join the Premier Senior Living Community in the Fox Valley!
Brewster Village is looking for a kind and compassionate person who is interested in a rewarding part-time position transporting our Villagers to and from their medical appointments. This position will report to our Facilities and Operations Manager and will work on Tuesdays and Thursdays. As a Wheelchair Van Driver, you will play a vital role in the health and well-being of our Villagers.
The hours for this position will be Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30am-4:00pm. No Weekends or Holidays.- Key Responsibilities
- As a Wheelchair Van Driver, you will play a vital role in transporting our Villagers to and from medical appointments
- Safely operate a wheelchair accessible van to transport Villagers
- Assist Villagers in boarding and disembarking the van, ensuring their safety throughout the process
- Follow pre-established routes and schedules to ensure on-time arrivals and departures
- Provide a warm and friendly atmosphere during transportation, engaging with Villagers and maintaining a positive rapport
- Keeping the vans clean and well-maintained, reporting any maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel
- Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations, prioritizing the safety of Villagers and other road users
- Maintain accurate records of transportation activities and any incidents that occur
- Collaborate with other staff members to ensure the overall well-being of the Villagers
- Comply with all County policies and procedures, including infection control and safety protocols
- Securely fastening Villagers using appropriate equipment and techniques to ensure their safety during transport
- Education/Certifications/Experience Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain with a clean driving record.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous Experience Transporting Patients preferred
- CPR certification is required (Brewster can assist with obtaining)
- This position does require successful completion of a Post Offer Pre Employment Examination (POPE).
- Required or Preferred Skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety practices
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Physical ability to assist residents with boarding and disembarking the van
- Empathy and patience when dealing with elderly or disabled individuals
- Flexibility to work varying shifts
Essential Physical Demands
- Stand/walk
- Sitting
- Ability to work from heights in excess of 50 feet in the air.
- Lift/carry 50 lbs. from floor to waist level occasionally and 41.4 lbs. to head height
- Push/pull 50 lbs. on a two-wheel cart
- Pulling hand over hand
- Climbing stairs
- Climbing stepladders
- Balancing
- Stooping
- Kneeling
- Repeated bending
- Crawling
- Reaching: high/low level
- Finger movement-repetitive
- Repetitive twisting/pressure with wrist or hands
- Both hands required
- Both legs required
- Ability for rapid mental/muscular coordination simultaneously
- Ability to communicate verbally
- Visual requirements to perform maintenance technician work
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.
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Outagamie County Diversity Statement:
Outagamie County is committed to developing, nurturing, and sustaining an equitable community and workforce where all individuals can thrive. We pledge to amplify the voices of under-represented communities or those who were historically excluded, by removing barriers that result from racial, social injustice and inequities. We strive to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion are embedded at all levels of Outagamie County programs and departments through acknowledging, analyzing, and addressing the root causes of inequities. We will create and advance equitable polices, practices and procedures, including, but not limited to County services, recruitment and retention, policies and practices, budgeting and procurement. We commit to being transparent and will continually evaluate and update our values when identified goals and objectives are not being achieved or sustained. Outagamie County will strive to create an inclusive environment where every community member feels like he/she/they belong.
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE COUNTY WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES AND INCUMBENTS TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH THE EMPLOYER.