Huronview and Huronlea are sister Houses in Huron County. These council homes provide 24-hour healthcare to people who can no longer live independently in their own homes and need nursing and personal care. Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate care in a home-like environment, and our vision is to cultivate an environment that engages with the open possibilities of life’s ongoing journey. Teamwork in Homes for the Elderly is a harmonious and collaborative approach in which a variety of healthcare professionals with different knowledge, skills and abilities come together to achieve goals based on the health needs and preferences of residents residing in the Homes.
As a member of the Resident Care department, the Van Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of residents to medical appointments and also participates in a variety of other duties related to achieving the department’s goals and objectives in providing quality service and teamwork.
Position Summary
What We Offer:
In Huron County, we are committed to providing a modern work environment that puts people first. We are a Certified Living Wage employer that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We offer our employees competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
Huron County offers a wide variety of employment opportunities. When you join our team, you will have the advantage of working with and learning from people with a wide range of skills and knowledge. We offer training, mentoring and career development opportunities to all our staff. When you work for Huron County, you invest in the community and get the benefit of seeing the results of your efforts firsthand. Great place to work!
Roles and Responsibilities:
- He is aware of the Established Bill of Rights and seeks to respect and promote it.
- Transports residents to medical appointments in the local community or surrounding area as needed and arranges outings to allow adequate time for appointments to reduce stress and anxiety.
- Is ready to take emergency measures, such as first aid or calling 911, if the patient’s condition changes during his or her care.
- Demonstrates awareness of the patient as a whole, taking into account their cultural, spiritual, psychosocial and restorative needs.
- Observes and reports significant changes in the resident’s physical and emotional conditions to Enrolled Staff, either verbally or by documenting, in a manner that demonstrates respect for each resident and maintains privacy and confidentiality (documentation may include observations in behavior, staff interventions, and the resident’s response to those interventions).
- Assists the maintenance department with the van by arranging for regular maintenance of the vehicle according to policy and regular cleaning of the van (using MaintenanceCare.com).
- Equipment and supplies in the home and residents’ cell phones, wheelchairs, walkers, etc. Shares responsibility for the safe use and care of personal belongings.
- It ensures efficient use of consumables.
- Accepts responsibility for the quality of care and service provided.
- Recognizes safety hazards and the importance of maintaining a safe environment by performing a safety check of the vehicle for lights, brakes, lifting device, First Aid Kit, and mobile phone before each trip.
- Maintains a good attendance record and accepts responsibility for working as planned.
- Takes responsibility for personal development, including identifying own work-related learning needs and participating in training opportunities provided.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- A class G driver’s license is required and its currentness is checked by submitting a photocopy of this document annually, two (2) months before the birthday.
- Proof of safe driving record.
- Knowledge of safe and defensive driving techniques
- Must be able to adapt to flexible working hours
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to follow instructions and stay on schedule
- CPR and First Aid Certificate.
- Experience working with seniors and/or chronic care residents in a healthcare facility or community setting, demonstrating genuine interest and concern for seniors.
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing
- Working condition is proof of Covid-19 vaccination
Wage:
- $24.10-27.19 per SEIU Collective Agreement
Please forward your application letter and CV to human resources.[at]Huron County[dot]ca. This position will continue to be posted until filled.
Submission Rules:
To be considered for this position, please ensure that:
- Email subject “2023 – Van Driver and preferred House name”
- Cover letter is maximum one page
- Cover letter and resume are saved together in a single PDF file
- The name of the PDF file is yours: Your Name and Surname (e.g. Jane Smith)
Research has shown that women are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this position but your past experience doesn’t exactly match every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace in Huron County.
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