Bus Driver - Senior Living

Job Description

Job Description

Bus Driver

Type: Part-Time
Shift: Various schedule, Weekend availability needed
Location: Avamere at Mountain Ridge - 1885 East Skyline Dr., South Ogden, UT 84403

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Bus Driver to support our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents. In this role, you’ll provide safe transportation while creating a positive, engaging experience that helps residents stay connected to their community, appointments, and activities.

Responsibilities:

• Gently assist passengers in an out of seats and vehicle, operate ramps, lifts and securement devices.
• Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient rout service for residents.
• Maintain defensive driving.
• Keep vehicles clean inside and out, perform and schedule minor vehicle maintenance as needed.
• Maintain accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, fuel purchases, incidents, accidents, and vehicle condition reports.
• Respond immediately to accidents and medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers and rendering first aid until emergency providers arrive.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.
• Complete on-going training as assigned.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift at least 10 lbs.
• Must have a current Class C driver’s license.
• Must have a valid drivers license in this state with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge and experience caring for and interacting with elderly resident.
• Must present a professional appearance.
• Knowledge and experience interacting with residents of this nature.
• Must be 25 years or older to drive company vehicle.

Employee Perks:

• Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply.
• Excellent benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage for full time employees.
• Tuition assistance
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income after payday
• Career Development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services, and more
• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.