About Resilience
Since 2011, high-growth Irish owned company Resilience has continued to lead the way in transforming healthcare in Ireland. Our essence is to help build resilience in the people we support to bring the possible to life. We’re proud to be leading change in health and social care in Ireland – as more and more supports are delivered within community settings.
What is the Position?
Location: Gorey, Co. Wexford
Contract Type: 36-Hour Specified Purpose Contract
We are seeking dedicated and responsible individuals to apply for the role of Van Driver. This position involves ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of a client who uses a van adapted for their wheelchair from their home to college and various events within Co. Wexford, three days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely transport the client to college and various locations in Co. Wexford, ensuring timely and secure travel.
- Record and report any hazards, accidents, or potential incidents to the Nurse Manager.
- Ensuring the vehicle’s roadworthiness, cleanliness, and ensure necessary repairs in consultation with the Manager and the client.
- Adhere strictly to health and safety standards, ensuring the client is securely clamped and seat belts are in place.
- Provide assistance to the client when boarding and alighting the vehicle using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Ensure client satisfaction throughout the transportation process.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Full clean driving licence.
- Desirable: Disability awareness and experience in transporting clients with limited mobility who use a wheelchair.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant driving experience.
- Patient moving and handling skills required; training will be provided if necessary.
Remuneration & Benefits:
- Hourly rate: €14.23 to €15.82, depending on experience.
- Excellent working conditions.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Annual leave: 8% of hours worked.
Join our team and contribute to providing essential transportation services within our community. If you meet the qualifications and are committed to ensuring safe and reliable transportation for our client, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
Resilience is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
