Address- Do you have a caring nature and are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of other people.
- $26.14 per hour. Generous salary packaging options of up to $15,900 to increase your take home pay.
- Permanent part-time. Minimum 10 hours per week. Flexibility is required. No weekends.
About CatholicCare Central Queensland
CatholicCare Central Queensland is a leading community service provider local to Rockhampton. Specialising in the delivery of a wide range of quality social services including aged care, disability care, counselling, psychology, family relationship support and mediation and domestic and family violence response, CatholicCare Central Queensland offers diverse and rewarding careers in busy and dynamic environments.
Primary Objective
CatholicCare provides transport services for eligible members of the community. Transport services enhance the social and emotional wellbeing of participants and
encourage people to engage in the community. The aim of the program is to empower individuals and create a better quality of life.
As part of the Transport Team, the Transport Driver key responsibilities are:
• Provide transport services via CatholicCare fleet of buses or cars.
• Provide appropriate information and support to clients about transport services.
• Undertake appropriate risk assessments and vehicle inspections to ensure the safety of clients to access and use transport services.
• Report incidents and hazards about service delivery and fleet vehicles as per organisational procedures.
• Promoting services in the region to ensure ongoing program viability.
Qualifications and Experience
• Current C or CA class driver’s license (QLD), and
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Driver Authorisation License.
• Demonstrated experience in Transport Services or Community Care Service (Desirable)
• Experience in driving 12-seater vehicles (Desirable)
Core Competencies
• Professional communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients.
• Basic numeracy, written and verbal communication skills relevant to the work area.
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to proficiently use computers and handheld devices such as phones and Ipads.
• Ability to conduct appropriate risk assessments
Other Requirements
• Basic knowledge of administrative practice and procedures relevant to the work area
• Sound computer knowledge
• Prior experience providing transport services (desirable)
• Prior experience in using vehicle hoists (desirable)
• Must be willing to provide transport services in any allocated fleet vehicle such as 10 - 12 seat buses or vans.
All offers of employment are subject to the completion of relevant screening and background checks, including an Australian Federal Police check, an NDIS disability worker screening check, and attainment of a Blue Card for working with children, prior to commencement.
The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:
- Your current resume
- A cover letter clearly addressing the key aspects and requirements of the role
Apply today for a career that changes lives.
