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Driver
Transportation Program
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Impact Statement The transportation program, with the support of volunteer drivers, serves to meet the needs of older adults and adults with different abilities who have no other way to get to the important places they need to be. This service allows them to continue to live independently in the community.
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Description Volunteer drivers may provide transportation to the grocery store, adult day programs, medical and other appointments for clients within Waterloo Region for whom public transportation and other forms of transportation are inaccessible.
Other duties involve: - Escort clients safely to and from their homes to the important places they need to be - Be punctual and dependable in picking up the client at the scheduled time - Flexible time commitment - you let us know when you are available from week to week - In-town or out-of-town rides, based on your preferences - Maintain confidentiality regarding client information - Maintain your vehicle in safe working order to ensure safety of clients - Mileage reimbursements available - Keep the scheduling team informed regarding availability and immediately report any problems and/or concerns you may have
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Position Qualifications
Ideal for: An Individual Age: 18+ Confidentiality, Physical Demand, Work Without Supervision
Area(s) of Interest: Caring Support, Driver/Transportation, Senior Services
Skill(s): Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Time Management, Decision-Making/Prioritizing, Flexibility
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Training / Work Condtions
Training Details: All volunteers will receive agency wide and program specific training before their first shift. The Program Coordinator is available to discuss concerns and to provide ongoing support, as needed. Community Support Connections offers regular volunteer educational workshops on various topics. All volunteers are notified of upcoming sessions. Working Conditions: Rides will be completed in your own personal vehicle for clients within Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo or North Dumfries. Requirements: - Access to a safe and reliable vehicle - Have a valid G class driver's license - Minimum $1 million in liability car insurance - Clean Driver's Abstract - Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check
We can provide plastic barriers that would be placed between yourself and client who would be in the backseat. Accessibility: Transportation: Car required
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Time Commitment
Duration: 4 - 6 months Weekday - Daytime Flexible time commitment. You let us know when you're available, and we'll schedule your rides only during those times.
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http://www.communitysupportconnections.org
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Send an Email Message
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Anne Rothwell
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519-772-8787 Ext. 205
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61 Woolwich Street North Breslau, N0B 1M0
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Kitchener,Township of Woolwich,Waterloo,Cambridge,Township of North Dumfries,Outside Waterloo Region
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