Driver

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Want to work with a growing community where you will be valued? At Desert Winds Independent Living we are looking for compassionate and dependable people who are ready to make an important impact on the lives of the seniors in our communities. Join us today!

Available Schedule: Part-Time, hours and days will be discussed during interview, no weekends.

Benefits:

- Sign on Bonus

- Free employee meal during shift

- Referral Program

- Early payday on Thursday with direct deposit.

- 1.5x pay on holidays worked.

- Opportunity for advancement.

Job Overview:

Responsible for the transportation of our residents to scheduled and unscheduled appointments, activities, and outings. Assists with shopping and errand running for residents as required.

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Must be 25 years old.

-Experience working with seniors, preferred.

- Minimum of two years of experience driving a van or bus, preferred.

- Clean driving record.

- Valid driver license.

- Good communication skills.

- Must be able to work alone and with others.

- Must be able to lift 20 pounds plus.

- Experience in long term or geriatric care helpful.

- General knowledge of automotive repair helpful.

- Required to assist with other projects and activities as needed and requested by the supervisor.

Essential Functions:

· Drives all community vehicles for the purpose of transporting residents, errand running for residents, and designated staff members.

· Assists residents in getting on and off van or in and out of vehicles as needed.

· Tracks attendance and is accountable for resident’s presence in and off vehicles.

· Loads and coordinates parcels and equipment (walkers, canes, wheelchairs, etc.) for residents.

· Schedules routine maintenance (in coordination with maintenance personnel) for vehicles and is responsible for keeping vehicles clean.

· Keeps accurate mileage, maintenance, and passenger records.

· Read, understand, and comply with all regulations regarding resident’s rights.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program

Experience:

• Van/Bus driver: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• clean driving record (Required)

Work Location: In person