Transportation Associate

Transportation Associate (Driver)

Cornerstone at Canton's caring and compassionate transportation team members provide superior customer service, reliability, and a safe way for our senior residents to get to off-site appointments and enjoy excursions. Our team appreciates our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Cornerstone at Canton is located at 175 Revere St, Canton, MA.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS: PAY & BENEFITS: Rates start at $17 - $18 per hour based on work experience. Our standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health plans offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, and complimentary life insurance. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care costs.
• Bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• A retirement savings plan with a company match
• Retail discounts include cell phone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Free meal during scheduled shifts.
• Professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking (conveniently located near Canton Center commuter rail)

WHAT OUR TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATES DO:

• Drive the van in a safe, courteous, and reliable manner
• Assist residents in and out of the van at all times
• Properly secure equipment including wheelchairs
• Maintain a clean driving record

REQUIREMENTS:

• License requirements: Valid driver's license and clean driving record; Must be able to be insured by community auto insurance (26+ years of age)
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our team. We aim to attract and retain a diverse team. SLR honors each associate's (and resident's) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are proud to have adopted SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency training program, which teaches our associates about the unique needs, cultures and concerns of LGBTQ+ older adults and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.