SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:
- Must possess, as a minimum, a high school degree or equivalent.
- Two to five (2-5) years of experience in this type of position preferred.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively with staff members, residents, guest and Management in both written and verbal form.
- Must have a valid Chauffeurs license for the State of Michigan and a clean driving record.
- Must be CPR and First Aide Certified.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Must be a minimum age of 18 years old.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of transportation device.
- Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they’re currently functioning.
- Must possess the ability to minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment.
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
(With or w/out the use of mechanical devices)
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
- Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents/personnel.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
- Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
- Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 4 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 30 feet.
- May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
- Requires normal, corrective vision range and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
- Manual dexterity to operate job related equipment.