11 Aug
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Wheels for the Wise
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Fredericton
11 Aug
Wheels for the Wise
Fredericton
Wheels for the Wise is a trusted, Canada-wide appointment-support service dedicated to helping Veterans and medically eligible individuals safely access care. As a proud affiliate of the Veterans Affairs Independence Program, we are the first organization in Canada to provide specialized, trauma-informed mobility assistance.
This is an exceptional opportunity for retirees, Veterans, or community-minded individuals seeking meaningful, flexible, and calm part-time work. Please note that this is a casual position with no guaranteed hours, making it a perfect fit for someone looking to give back rather than someone requiring a fixed income or set shift schedule.
Role Responsibilities:
- Transport Clients Safely: Drive clients to pre-scheduled medical appointments.
- Door-to-Door Mobility Support: Assist clients safely entering and exiting vehicles and medical buildings.
- Trauma Aware Support: Provide a calm, respectful, and trauma-aware environment (full training provided).
- Technology – Use a smartphone for communication
- Professional Presence: Maintain a compassionate, client-focused demeanor that upholds trust, dignity, and respect.
- Proactive Communication: Stay in close contact with your manager and our Client Care Centre for real-time updates.
- Adaptive Navigation: Pivot smoothly to scheduling updates, specific client needs, and changing weather or road conditions.
Requirements:
- Weekday Availability: Regularly available during standard weekday business hours (Monday to Friday, daytime).
- Vehicle Ownership: Possess a clean, reliable, and well-maintained personal vehicle suitable for client transport.
- Driving Experience: 10+ years of confident Canadian winter driving experience.
- Income Alignment: Comfortable with a casual, fluctuating schedule with no guaranteed hours (not suitable for those needing a set income to make ends meet).
- Background Checks: A clean driver’s abstract and subject to a Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Physical & Communication Capability: Fluent in English, with the physical ability to safely support a client's balance or weight if needed.
- Tech-Comfort: Own a smartphone and feel comfortable navigating applications and expense software.
- Core Traits: Exceptional reliability, attention to detail for logs/expenses, and an empathetic, patient personality.
Preferred:
- Background as a CAF Member, Veteran, retired RCMP/Police officer, Firefighter, or Healthcare Worker.
- Previous experience supporting individuals managing anxiety or PTSD.
- Located in or near Fredericton, NB.
Why Join Us:
- Purpose-Driven Work: Directly support Canadian Veterans and vulnerable community members.
- Service Beyond Service: Continue your legacy of community support alongside a team of fellow Veterans, retired RCMP, and first responders.
- Specialized Training:
Build complete confidence with our fully provided trauma-informed training modules.
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive hourly wage along with mileage reimbursement when using your personal vehicle.
- Ultimate Flexibility: Enjoy a casual, part-time schedule that easily fits around your retirement, family, or personal life.
- Considerate Management: Experience a highly supportive workplace culture with managers who prioritize transparent communication and regular check-ins.
- Employee Recognition: We value your time and loyalty through our employee recognition program.
- Role Support: Receive additional support for essential role requirements and resource costs.
How To Apply:
Ready to make a difference? Please submit your application through our online portal at https://wheelsforthewise.com/careers/ to take the next step.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we are only accepting applications from individuals authorized to work in Canada.
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Do you posses a clean, reliable, and well-maintained personal vehicle suitable for client transport?
- Are you a Veteran or retired First-Responder?
- Not including vacations, trips, or appointments, how many weekdays are you typically available to work?
- We pay mileage and cover additional insurance for those that use their personal vehicle. Is this acceptable to you?
Experience:
- Canadian winter driving: 10 years (required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Veteran & Community Mobility Support Team Member - Part-Time Casual (Fredericton)
🏢 Wheels for the Wise
📍 Fredericton