Premier Senior Living Community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care has an immediate opportunity for a Driver.
The Transportation Specialist is responsible for assuring dependable facility sponsored scheduled transportation is implemented appropriately and timely, with resident safety the primary priority.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Confirm transportation schedule as designated by the community - date, time, type, locations, and directions. Transport residents to and from activities / errands in safe, organized, and responsible fashion.
- Maintain good communication with staff regarding schedule, time off, resident relations, and condition of vehicle.
- Communicate with residents at least 24 hours prior to departure to clarify times and route.
- Demonstrate positive resident relations and facility’s quality care and service standards to residents, families, and the general public. Maintain positive, cheerful attitude at all times.
- Maintain company-owned vehicles to keep them in safe, clean and efficient working order. Inform Community Manager of any maintenance issues concerning the vehicles.
- Maintain vehicle interior in clean orderly fashion during and following usage.
- Remain flexible for unscheduled emergency transportation.
- Fuel vehicle as needed and provide gas receipts to the Community Manager or appropriate staff for processing.
- Coordinate activities with other departments as needed.
- Assist with other resident-related, clerical, maintenance and inventory duties within scope of qualifications and training as directed. Perform other duties as assigned.
- Follow facility policies and procedures to include emergency, fire and disaster plans.
- Continue to develop job related knowledge, skills and abilities by participating in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Must be willing to work, when necessary, beyond normal working hours and on weekends, as well as in other positions as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned. Attend in-service classes and staff meetings.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
- One (1) year of work experience required.
- Valid state driver’s license with safe driving record required.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven organizational skills
- Professional confidentiality
- Well-developed people skills
- Problem solving skills
- Calm, friendly demeanor
We offer a competitive hourly wage, full benefits and many more perks!
If you have a passion for helping people and want to grow professionally, please send your resume to for immediate consideration.
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