Driver (TEMPORARY)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Person in this position will be responsible for the general transportation needs of the agency. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transportation of participants to appropriate Community Based Providers.
• Maintain log for vehicle service.
• Maintenance daily of vehicles used for participant transportation.
• Maintain log sheet of participant transportations.

• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Possession of a valid Class “C” Driver’s License, although a Class “B” is preferred.

• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification 
• Must have the ability to obtain CDCR Prison Clearance.
• Ability to pass a criminal history investigation; and
• Must be able to qualify for WestCare vehicle insurance.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience within a social service setting or equivalent preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed by transporting participants from correctional facilities to Community Based Providers.
• Transportation of participants in company vehicle; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.