• Driver

    WestCare Foundation (Bakersfield, CA)


    Driver

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Bakersfield - 2901 South H - Bakersfield, CA

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    High School

     

    Salary Range

     

    $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

     

    Job Category

     

    Transportation

    Description

    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 JOB FUNCTIONS:

    + General client supervision in daily living activities and general program operations.

    + Assist the counselors when needed.

    + Maintain log for vehicle service.

    + Maintenance on a daily basis of vehicles used for client transportation.

    + Maintain log sheet for client appointments made.

    + Transport clients to daily appointments.

    + Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    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.

    Experience and Competencies:

    + Knowledge of the criminal justice system.

    + Excellent language and interpersonal skills.

    + Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + Basic computer skills.

    + Good documentation skills.

    + Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.

    + Professional appearance and demeanor.

    + Valid Class C driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required, Class B driver’s license is preferred.

    + Must be able to obtain and maintain CDCR Clearance.

    + CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

    + 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:

    + One (1) year experience within a social service setting is preferred.

    + Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.

    + High School diploma or its equivalent is required.

    LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

    + Not applicable for this position.

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    + Work is performed primarily in an office, residential, or outpatient setting.

    + Regional travel is required.