Driver/Transportation Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

$21.80 - $23.50 per hour | Discounted Staff Meals! 

Era Living is seeking a part-time Driver to become the newest member of our Life Enrichment team located in our Ida Culver House Broadview Community, Seattle, WA. Shift is scheduled on Friday, 8:30AM to 5:00PM. 

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)

• Double pay for holidays worked

• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked

• Employee Assistance Program

• Longevity bonuses

• Employee discount programs

• Pre-tax election commuter benefits 

Primary Responsibilities:
The Driver provides customer service-focused transportation for community residents to a variety of activities, appointments and outings. Assists in resident group activities as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide transportation for residents including: personal/small group shopping trips, to and from appointments, and for small group external recreation events

• Schedule vehicle trips for residents and/or life enrichment activities/events and place reminder calls of the scheduled events to residents

• Provide general care and preventative maintenance of community vehicles

• Assist residents in and out of vehicles; provide additional escort as needed

• Lead or assist in resident group activities as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have and maintain a driving record compliant with Era Living Qualified and Authorized Drivers policy

• Possess basic computer skills including ability to use Outlook and email

• Able to communicate, read, and write effectively in English

• Interpersonal and time management skills

• Ability to pass DSHS and State background check, required

Education and Experience: 

• Valid Washington State Driver License; Must be 25 years’ old.

• First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire

• Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire

• Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire

• **Not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011

• Required  to complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birthdate)

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application! 

Era Living was voted “2023/2024/2025 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.

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