Chauffeur

About This Role

Working as a Chauffeur for the PARKLAND AT THE COMMON team, you will transport residents to appointments and outings, ensuring their safety and comfort. This role suits a compassionate and professional individual who takes pride in providing excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to appointments or outings as per the transportation schedule
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of respecting resident’s rights, including respecting others, maintaining confidentiality, promoting independence, respecting privacy, respecting the right to refuse services and involvement
• Communicate with the Health Services Department if there is a noted change in the medical status of the resident, e.g., increased confusion
• Aid residents as required with entering and exiting the vehicle, mobility aides/devices e.g. canes, walkers; carrying parcels or other items, opening doors and entering buildings
• Maintain vehicles in peak operating condition and carry out all prescribed routine maintenance functions while maintaining accurate maintenance log records
• Schedule regular mechanical tune-up with authorized service shop
• Carry out all prescribed routine vehicle maintenance functions
• Maintain accurate records of patient transportation and vehicle servicing, e.g. records for gas, minor repairs, or servicing
• Keep all vehicles used for patient transportation services well maintained and clean
• Clean off snow or debris from Parkland or resident owned vehicles as required
• Inspect workspace regularly for hazards
• Assist with snow removal on walkways
• Assist in the maintenance of our grounds and garden
• Complete all duties in a way which is consistent with Shannex’s Philosophy of Service: Your life. Your choice. Your Home.

Requirements

• High-school diploma or equivalent education
• Minimum of 1 year working experience as a Chauffeur
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods training is required
• Clean driving record with a Class F Driver’s license is required
• Ability to provide a clear Driver’s abstract
• Current First Aid & CPR certification is required
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Knowledge of the federal, provincial and municipal safety and traffic laws and regulations
• Passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)