The Community Transport Driver is responsible for the delivery of a flexible, reliable and responsive "door to door" Transport services. You will operate within the CRCS Transport Safety Management Systems ensuring the delivery of a person centred, high quality and safe Community Transport Service.

The Organisation

Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) provides a wide range of high quality, integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families, children and young people in the Belconnen and wider Capital Region. CRCS works with community members, local organisations and businesses to develop responsive programs, services and activities that support self determination and reduce social isolation. Strong relationships with government and other community services enhance CRCS’s capacity to achieve our vision of an inclusive, connected community.

About the role

The ideal candidates will deliver exceptional services to our participants in the community, you will be required to work in situations which require a degree of flexibility, empathy and problem solving and will be expected to provide physical support to individuals as required. This role also requires you to:

• Possess the personal attributes of optimism, resilience and flexibility.
• Knowledge and awareness of community needs the principles of cultural diversity and issues including those from minority groups.
• Exemplary driving record and safe driving skills.
• Ability to physically assist people in/out of the vehicle and safely load and unload wheelchairs and walking frames.
• Good organisational skills with a flexible approach and a proven record of reliability and punctuality.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding to individuals.
• Ability to work to established work practices and as an effective team member.
• Sound knowledge of the Canberra region and the ACT road system.
• Ability to uphold the principles of cultural diversity and a strong commitment to equal access and inclusion principles.

To be successful, you will have:

• HR Drivers Licence with Condition “O”.
• Knowledge of CRCS and other service providers within ACT.
• High level knowledge of the community sector.
• Knowledge of the ACT road network.
• Strong understanding of the Australian Road Rules.
• Understanding of Work Health Safety and your safety obligations.
• Holds a Current Driver's licence and has demonstrated a safe and responsible driving record.

CRCS also requires all employees to:

• Hold or be willing to obtain a satisfactory Working with Vulnerable People registration (ACT) and/or a Working with Children Check (NSW), and have these with them at all times whilst employed by CRCS.
• Undertake a National Criminal History Clearance by CRCS prior to commencing and every three years thereafter as a condition of employment. Employees are required to advise CRCS of any convictions that may effect their eligibility to work or perform the inherent requirements of their position
• Maintain full COVID-19 vaccination currency and provide evidence of their vaccinations to CRCS (sensitive information is kept private and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles) unless they are able to provide suitable evidence of a medical contraindication that prevents them from receiving this vaccine.

We are a supportive and inclusive workplace with excellent conditions, including:

• Discounted early education and care program Services and gym membership
• 15 days personal leave (pro rata) and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to salary packaging up to $15,900 (increase you take home pay!)
• Up to 3 additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Commitment to supporting your professional development.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity

• We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• LGBTIQ+
• Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Carers
• Mature age people
• People with lived experience of disability

To apply

Please click the "Apply Now" button and submit your resume and a one page cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Do you have questions about this role or would like a copy of the full position description?

If so, please contact Graham McKerchar at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Transport Driver enquiry via EthicalJobs or by calling 0400 704 548 Applications emailed to this email address will not be accepted.