Welfare Taxi Driver
ふくしたくしーうんてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Provides safe and comfortable shuttle services by driving welfare vehicles for users such as the elderly or disabled who have difficulty moving.
Description
Welfare taxi drivers target users such as the elderly or disabled who require mobility support, driving welfare vehicles equipped with wheelchair lifts or ramps, assisting with boarding and alighting, securing wheelchairs, and safely shuttling them to their destinations. They communicate with users and their families, plan and adjust barrier-free routes and optimal paths. They also handle vehicle inspections and maintenance, create operation records, respond to emergencies, and work with care workers and care managers to improve services.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to the progression of aging and promotion of social participation for the disabled. Stable employment opportunities are expected due to the shortage of workers in welfare and caregiving fields.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Empathetic / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Area-Based Operations / Day Shifts Only / Part-Time Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Welfare Taxi Driver → Shuttle Support Leader → Service Management Supervisor → Facility Manager
Required Skills
Boarding Assistance / Emergency Response / Route Planning / Service Manners / Welfare Vehicle Driving
Recommended Skills
Barrier-Free Knowledge / Caregiving Skills (Transfer and Mobility Assistance) / Elderly Welfare Knowledge / First Aid
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is necessary during safe driving and boarding assistance. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with users and their families is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for wheelchair boarding/alighting and long hours of driving. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because tasks are often performed according to regulations and manuals. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required in daily work. |
Related Qualifications
- Care Worker Initial Training (Former Helper Level 2)
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License (Class 1)
- Welfare Paid Transportation Driver Training
Aliases
- Care Taxi Driver
- Welfare Taxi Driver
Related Jobs
- Shuttle Driver
- Taxi Driver
- Visiting Care Worker