Relief Bus Drivers

Description:

The role of the driver is to transport adults with a disability to/from the Western Care Association services, and to other locations within the community as required.Drivers may also support clients by driving them to their respite locations.These roles will provide relief cover on all routes covering Co. Mayo.

Successful applicants will be responsible for the following duties:

• Ensure all passengers and/or equipment is properly secured including using the appropriate restraints for wheelchairs
• To operate hoists in a safe manner and in line with training
• Assist with loading/unloading of passengers
• To check vehicle is in roadworthy condition before use, to include checking of oil, water, windscreen wash, etc.
• To ensure vehicle are kept clean and tidy both interior and exterior
• To record the daily run details in log book provided in each vehicle
• To ensure the vehicle has appropriate levels of fuel before each journey, and to refuel where required in line with policy
• Carry out administrative functions to record activities of the department in line with policy and procedures