Driver

Blooming Acres is currently hiring van drivers.

Day, evenings and weekend shifts.

Blooming Acres is a residential community that serves Children and adults diagnosed with multiple and complex special needs; such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Cognitive and Developmental Disabilities, Tourette Syndrome, ADHD, Fetal Alcohol Disorder and Mood and Anxiety Disorder.

We are a supportive residential community for those that require complex and specialized care. We collaborate to provide individualized, person-centred strengths-based services. We support adults with cognitive and neurodevelopmental issues, dual diagnosis, complex medical conditions, acquired brain injury, and people with physical disabilities

What will you do

Utilizing the most expedient route, safely transports the disabled and/or physically and developmentally limited clients(and their escorts, as required) from pick-up point to various appointments and return

Provides rides of up to 8 clients in a vehicle

Provides moderate assistance to clients to enter and exit the vehicles

ensuring client safety through proper positioning and securing “tie downs” of harness.

Ensures that the exterior and interior of vehicles clean and presentable to clients and the public.

Conducts daily safety checks on vehicle(s), topping up vehicle fluids (e.g. gas and windshield wiper fluids) in a timely manner

Clear vehicle of ice and snow as required

Monitors and maintains vehicle supplies such as First Aid kit, gloves, etc.

Operates the vehicle safely and reports any vehicle and/or radio maintenance concerns/problems needs to the Resource Coordinator

Facilitates the maintenance /repairs by taking the vehicles to scheduled repairs and maintenance appointments

Picks up and test drives vehicles after maintenance and/or repair work and reports any unresolved problems to supervisor

Communicates quotes for additional vehicle repair to senior staff

Observes routine practices when working with clients and others. Follows all procedures in reporting and documenting any incidents, accidents and/or injuries

Report any observed or potential occupational health and safety hazards for workers or clients to supervisor or designate. Adheres to implemented strategies to support social justice and diversity in accordance with Society policies and procedures

Follows all policies and procedures as required to maintain a healthy and safe working environment. Follow all applicable road safety and vehicle operation laws, guidelines and practices

Performs other duties as required

**QUALIFICATIONS**

The minimum qualification for this position is a high school diploma with a minimum of two years’ driving experience. Minimum class G Ontario Driver’s License with a clear drivers abstract. Previous experience working with children and youth with disabilities an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The nature of this job is such that the incumbent faces daily pressures and stresses of driving in rural and urban areas (Barrie, Orillia, Toronto and Midland) in a variety of weather/road conditions. Changes related to assigned client rides, working hours and work location are frequently made on short notice. The incumbent is required to be flexible in working non-traditional hours and in accepting changes to their work schedule and location. Ability to work with individuals of differing cognitive and physical abilities.

Physical demand required: Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 lbs is required.

Movement requiring frequent bending and strength. Ability to clear snow off top and around extended size van requiring reaching overhead to remove snow.

We sincerely thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you require an accommodation during our interview process, please inform Human Resources.

Work Location: In person