Community Driver

Description:

Position Title: Community Driver

Department: Life Enrichment

Exempt Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Transportation Supervisor

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Community Driver will be responsible for the operation of transportation services provided by the Community and that the services provided are to the satisfaction of residents utilizing transportation services provided by the community.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

Essential Job Duties:

(Other duties will be assigned as needed) Must be willing and able to do the following:

. Responsible for transporting residents to grocery store, monthly outings, and extended trips as scheduled.

Assist residents on and off bus/van, tracking attendance and coordinating equipment (walkers, wheelchairs, canes etc.)

Load groceries and other purchased items into bus/van

Schedule and coordinate routine vehicle maintenance

Clean and wash vehicle regularly

Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy

Observe and abide by all regulations to ensure that personal health information is protection during its collection, use, disclosure, storage, and destruction within the community; and to ensure only the minimum necessary information is known to function in this position

Follow written and oral directions

Maintain confidentiality of resident and community information

Complete assignments timely, completely and accurately

Attend all in-services as assigned or requested

Participate in interdisciplinary team and other community meeting assigned or requested

Consistently work cooperatively with residents, co-workers, physicians, families, consultant personnel and other ancillary service providers

Observe all community safety policies and procedures to ensure resident safety at all times

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum six (6) months experience as a bus/van driver required

Must possess current and valid drivers license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensed

Must possess personal driving record consistent with the requirements of the Driver Selection Policy

Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language

Must be artistically creative, motivational, and energetic with a passion for serving others

Must possess patience and sensitivity to others needs; ability to work with community groups; willingness to work beyond normal working hours

Familiarity with required electronics, including but not limited to iPads, tablets, smart TVs, and digital cameras

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Good inter-department communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to be available for any/all emergencies regarding the community

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Lifts and carries up to 100 lbs. with assistance occasionally

Pushes and pulls up to 100 lbs. occasionally

Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally

Talks and listens occasionally

Sits 4 hours per day; stands and walks 4 hours per day (combined) 8 hr. day

Worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Uses tools and equipment on the job such as: personal computer, Bus, van, and general automobile, Cellular phone, CB, and/or 2-way radio

Compensation details: 20-23 Hourly Wage

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