Driver/Assistant for Senior Blind Services Program

JOB OPENING
The League
for the Blind & Disabled
Senior Blind Services Program
Driver/Assistant
The Independent Living division of The League is seeking a dedicated individual to work part time as the Driver/Assistant for Senior Blind Services Program staff. The efforts of this candidate should result in the ability of the program staff to serve consumers, maximizing their independence, community integration, and self-sufficiency. The ideal candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be motivated to serve our consumers.
Essential Duties/Skills/Responsibilities/Qualifications
• Ensure that Rehabilitation Teacher arrives at appointments safely and on time by developing transportation route plans.
• Assist program staff with consumer visits, including demonstration of independent living aids.
• Ensure that assistive devices be delivered to or picked up from consumers as needed.
• Act as sighted guide for program staff and consumers as needed. Training will be provided and candidate must be willing to learn this skill.
• Assist Rehabilitation Teacher in filling out forms and applications.
• Assist the Rehabilitation Teacher in reaching the goals assigned to the program.
• Provide information and referral services.
• Provide office support as needed.
• Assist with health fairs and presentations.
• Ability to independently operate or learn to operate the League's computer network and software in order to track community activities, information and referral services, record accurate mileage usage, and any other required electronic reporting.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required and related experience preferred.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and provide proof of insurance and be willing to travel frequently throughout the service area.
Interested candidates should apply through The League at
Hourly Wage: $15
Application Deadline: October 25, 2024
EOE / Drug Free Workplace / E-Verify
LEAGUE FOR THE BLIND AND DISABLED INC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled