Driver

Position Summary: Provide safe transportation for residents to scheduled activities and appointments.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Transport residents to and from medical appointments and other locations, as needed.
• Maintain records of resident appointments and submit to office for monthly billing per established procedures.
• Ensure the safety of the residents as they enter and exit the bus. 
• Ensure that the residents get into the office/building of their appointment in a safe and timely manner.
• Assist the residents with walking aids when entering and exiting the bus/van.
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times.
• Notify supervisor of any mechanical problems/deficiencies of the bus/van.
• When necessary, assist the Lifestyle Director with activities.
• Report any concerns of the resident’s well-being to the Executive Director or supervisor. 
• Participate in emergency evacuation drills and help assist residents to safe areas, as needed.
• Maintain bus/van in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to resident, facility operations and personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• Must have a Class C CDL license or other license as required by state.
• Documented safe driving record
• High School diploma or GED
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
• Ability of working 3-3.75 hours standing, walking, and moving about without the need to sit down

Preferred Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and help others
• Enjoyment in working with older adults