Life Enrichment - Driver - Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY The Driver helps create a joyful and vibrant experience for our residents by supervising and coordinating transportation to and from activities and community-related events and by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Participates in resident outings. Drives community transportation vehicle safely for resident outings. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. Complies with local traffic regulations. Reports delays or accidents. Inspects vehicle; checks gas, oil, and water before departure. Keeps the vehicle clean and organized inside and out at all times. Reports and documents any items in need of repair or service. Loads and unloads resident baggage. Secures passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip. Cleans and services vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories. Keeps records of trips and behavior of passengers. Maintains a professional and caring attitude toward residents.  Must be kind and very patient. Knows all documentation procedures and how to use emergency log. Prompt and diligent in coming to work. Attends and participates in required meetings and trainings. Stays current on system assigned tasks and duties. Performs other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS A high school diploma or equivalent preferred. 1-2 years of experience driving a community van/bus. 1 year of experience in working with seniors preferred.  NAC, HCA or NAR (exemption documentation required) preferred. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English. Ability to work independently. Current First Aid and CPR. Must pass a criminal background and fingerprint check. Valid State driver’s license and participate in driver safety training. Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays to meet the requirements of the position. Ability to relate positively and communicate appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other employees. Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Maintains current Food Handlers card. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.