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PART TIME DRIVER
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07670

Principal Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Senior Department Supervisor, will operate a bus carrying up to 12 passengers while maintaining safe and on-time transportation throughout Bergen County.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean driving record required. CDL License NOT required.
Transport seniors and individuals with disabilities to and from a community center.
Comply with all road and safety regulations; report any traffic violations immediately; immediately report all incidents/ accidents to your supervisor.
Operate wheelchair lift-equipped vehicles in a safe manner and in accordance with traffic regulations.
Use ramps as required allowing access/egress to the vehicle by disadvantaged (elderly/disabled) or mobility impaired clients.
Route daily trips in an efficient, effective, and safe manner.
Inspect vehicle to ensure that it is clean and in operable condition; completes inspection paperwork/checklist; reports the need for service or repair to supervisor; ensures the vehicle is scheduled for routine maintenance as required.
Ensure the cab area of the bus is kept free of clutter at all times.
Fuels the vehicle as needed.
Knowledge of all laws, rules, and regulations for operating a motor vehicle in the state of New Jersey

Minimum Qualifications:

CUSTOMER SERVICE/COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Provide a high standard of customer service: treat clients, colleagues (and anyone else you come in to contact with while representing the organization) in a courteous and professional manner.
Must be punctual with an emphasis on your attendance.
Resolves scheduling conflicts with supervisor
Communicates any client welfare concerns or unusual circumstances to supervisor.
Represents the Organization with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Position requires independent judgment, patient demeanor, initiative, maturity, awareness, excellent communication skills, and sensitivity to the needs of others.
Split Shift - Minimum 4 hours a day
Additional hours sometimes available

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Kaplen JCC On The Palisades is a welcoming home away from home for all who pass through its front doors. Our 185,000 square foot building plus acres of outside grounds feature 2 fitness centers, an indoor and outdoor aquatics center, group exercise, spin and pilates studios, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and racquet courts, indoor track, a luxurious spa, multiple playgrounds and fields and so much more. The JCC is home to the renowned Thurnauer School of Music, Leonard and Syril Rubin Nursery School, Neil Klatskin Day Camp, and the JCC Dance and Drama Schools. The JCC is also proud to offer extensive, high quality programs and services to adults of all ages, as well as to seniors and individuals with special needs.

VISION

Our vision is to be the center point of Jewish life in our community and to engage all generations in our mission and values.

MISSION
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical and spiritual well-being of the entire community.

VALUES

We are committed to demonstrating the following values and ask respect for these values from those with whom we interact:

COMMUNITY
CONNECTION TO JUDAISM AND ISRAEL
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY
SAFETY
TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world)