DriverResident Assistant

Are you enthusiastic about providing safe courteous transportation services while supporting a lively senior community and providing exceptional care to seniors and creating a warm homelike environment We have an exciting opportunity for a Driver/Resident Assistant who is dedicated friendly and eager to make a positive impact on our residents lives. If you have a passion for helping others excel in safe driving and a heart for service wed love to welcome you to our team! Apply today and help us foster a warm supportive environment for our residents.

Benefits Include:

401K with a 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases

Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday

Generous PTO that rolls over year over year

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

Pay Rate: $15.00/hr.

Location: Village of the Heights an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior living community

Availability: Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Safely drive the community vehicle to and from assigned destinations.
• Help residents get into and out of the vehicle safely.
• Follow all operating safety procedures and observe all traffic laws.
• Secure passengers wheelchairs to restraining devices to ensure stability during transport.
• Practice safe driving techniques always.
• Immediately report any accidents or vehicle damage to the Executive Director or Manager on Duty.
• Clean the vehicle ensure it is sufficiently fueled and report any maintenance needs to the Director of Maintenance or Executive Director.
• Establish and monitor daily and weekly trip inspections and preventative maintenance programs maintaining records regarding the maintenance and mileage of all vehicles.
• Assist residents with their belongings.
• Maintain a safe driving record that meets company guidelines and insurance requirements.
• Handle emergency situations and provide basic First Aid.
• Report any potentially unsafe conditions to the Executive Director.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships while confidently interacting with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform other tasks as needed.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing dressing grooming toileting transferring and dining while encouraging as much independence as possible.
• Serve meals in the dining room or residents apartments assist in meal preparation and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
• Initiate and participate in leisure activities encouraging residents to socialize and build friendships.
• Maintain accurate and timely records documenting leisure activities incidents observations and any changes in residents conditions.
• Ensure a clean safe and orderly environment for residents performing general housekeeping duties.
• Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond quickly to resident requests including emergency call pendants and telephone calls.
• Know each residents location remind them to sign out when leaving and promptly report if a resident cannot be located.
• Foster a cooperative team environment through positive interactions with co-workers.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the communitys emergency response team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene in accordance with company policies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Valid Drivers License with an excellent driving record.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills good judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate a fourteen (14) passenger bus unless otherwise required by state law.
• Ability to use tire changing equipment First Aid Kit wheelchair lift and dollies/hand trucks.
• Experience with vehicle emergency repairs such as changing automobile tires and handling minor on-road maintenance.
• Ability to meet and comply with the Motor Vehicle Record Policy standards.
• Experience with maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs HVAC filters painting and unit make-ready is a plus.
• CDL preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience preferably with seniors.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills good judgment and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.

EOE/M/F/D/V