Van Driver

Senior Care

Casual, On-Call

Flexible work hours may include some evenings and weekends

North York Seniors Centre provides programs and services to promote the physical, emotional and social well being of adults 55+ living in our diverse community.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Transportation

Responsibilities:

-Drive minivan to pick up and drop off clients according to the daily schedule

-Assist clients in and out of the minivan and to assist them with baggage and walkers

-Ensure the care and maintenance of the agency vehicle

-Completes daily paper work

-Assist in facilities as requested

-Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations, Ontario Traffic Safety Act, MTO Regulations and internal Senior Care policies and procedures

-Good exchange of information with other transportation drivers to maintain effective communication, scheduling and continuity of care for our clients

-Participate in team meetings and various fundraising events as appropriate

-Participate in continuous quality improvement processes and assist the Transportation Team with research and development of best practices

-Promote and maintain a high standard of customer service that is client focused

Qualifications/Skills:

   Experience:     5 years experience driving a minivan or similar vehicle

   Other:               Proof of valid G class driver's license and a current driver's abstract

                             Completion of a vulnerable sector screening 1 year or less

                             Experience working with seniors

                             Good physical condition to support client's mobility and lift up to 20 lbs.

                             Fluent in verbal and written English; other languages, an asset

                             Current First Aid and CPR certification

                             Compliant to NYSC's Vaccination Policy

North York Seniors Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA').  Applicants need to make their request for accommodation known when contacted. 

Job posted until the position is filled.  Please submit your resume to:

Mail:               North York Seniors Centre

                        Attn: Human Resources Department

                        21 Hendon  Avenue, Toronto, ON   M2M 4G8

Email:              

Fax:                 416 733.1858