Responsible for: safely, appropriately, and judiciously transporting customers from CHI locations to various community facilities.

ENTRY LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Education: HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Previous driving experience preferred.
• Certificates or Licenses: Valid NYS drivers license and clean driving record.
• Communication: Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Physical Performance: Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy objects, walk distances, and climb stairs.
• Reasoning Ability: make judgment calls, perform proper notifications, and make appropriate decisions.
• Other Skills: Ability to relate to the underserved, homeless, and disabled populations. Work independently or as part of a team, be organized, assume responsibility, work well under pressure, be flexible, and must be even-tempered, Ability to provide a safe, secure environment, and to identify and defuse conflicts until a CHI social services staff member provides professional intervention.

JOB-RELATED DUTIES-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These duties are essential and specific to the successful implementation of this position. * Transports customers to various locations specified on Transportation Request with Agency van. * Schedules daily routes, prioritizing trips to the Department of Social Service, Department of Labor, and housing appointments for customers. * Maintains van in pristine condition, ensuring cleanliness inside and out. * Monitors and schedules routine maintenance of van (inspections, oil changes, tire rotation, etc.) * Reviews transportation requests with respective Supervisor. * Maintains accurate documentation of runs; logging mileage and destinations. * Adheres to proper use of company resources (cell phones, office supplies, vehicles, etc.). * Must be able to multitask, be flexible, and maintain a high level of attention to details. Does not fraternize with customers; maintains a professional boundaries. * Drives within posted speed limits and ensures that all passengers wear required safety belts.