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The New Jewish Home Driver - Part time, 21.75 hours per week in Sarah Neuman - Mamaroneck, New York
The mission of The New Jewish Home is to empower older adults to enhance purpose and well-being through a portfolio of innovative health care services. We do this through a vision whereby we would create a new reality in which ageism is no longer, and society embraces its older adult members. Our values define our approach to care, our culture, and our working relationships, and include:
Extending Welcome
Embracing Diversity
Affirming Dignity
Respecting One Another
Embodying Compassion
Increasing Knowledge and
Pursuing Justice
The New Jewish Home, Sarah Neuman campus in Westchester, is currently seeking a part time Driver, 21.75 per hours , to join their team!
The schedule is 9:30 – 5:30; Monday – Friday; Week-end could be included as needed. The successful candidate will be flexible with days.
Job Summary: The driver will provide resident transport to recreational programs, deliver packages and other duties as assigned.
Specialized Skills and Competencies:
Effective time management skills
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Respond appropriately to verbal and behavioral observation
Transition quickly from job tasks in a fast paced work environment
Provide strong customer service
Age Related Skills and Competencies:
Relate to the adult and geriatric populations in a manner that respects their needs and capabilities
Qualifications:
Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
High School Graduate/GED required and a minimum of one (1) year related work experience and/or equivalent combination of experience and education
Physical Demands:
Frequent standing, sitting, walking, stooping, twisting, turning, pivoting, and reaching overhead, reaching extension, grasping pinching, pushing, pulling, lifting carrying supplies and equipment
Ability to transport a person in a wheelchair including on flat and ramp grades
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising resident/client care.
Ability to push/pull and lift/carry items up to 50+ pounds