Driver

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Part of a nation wide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Covenant Living is seeking a Driver. This position is accountable for providing safe and timely transportation for campus residents and for providing support services as required.

Full Time Position - 30 hours per week.

In this role, the Driver will :

Transport residents to and from local scheduled appointments, shopping trips and provide transportation for Circuit bus.

Transport residents on planned activities, and group trips as scheduled. Transportation hours include days, evenings, and weekends.

Candidates must be flexible to work as needed.

• Operate the assigned vehicles (14 passenger shuttle bus, passenger vehicles and EV circuit vehicle) under a variety of road and weather conditions in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate the vehicle in such a way that safety and comfort of the resident is of major importance.
• Good communication skills to communicate with supervisor and / or receptionist to coordinate time and place of rider pick up, destination.

Followed by communication with riders of time and place of pick up for return.

• Aid in the safe transfer to and from vehicle where conditions warrant special help.
• Ability to lift walkers and wheelchairs up to 40 lbs. in and out of vehicles.
• Handle use of the mobile telephone in a quick and safe manner (using Bluetooth or speaker phone) to receive "ready for pick up" reports and to determine most efficient use of time in planning driving routes.
• Communicate problems or issues related to supervisor, including incidents and indications of changes in resident's condition.
• Monitor vehicle operation, checking lights, gauges, switches, etc. for proper operation. Clean all mirrors, windows, and lights to ensure unobstructed vision and a safe vehicle.

Perform other safety checks as needed.

• Maintain vehicles Interior and exterior in a clean condition.
• Handle many different types of errands for office staff which involve transportation.

The ideal candidate will have :

• High school education or equivalent.
• Six months previous related driving experience with knowledge of roads, both local and surrounding communities.
• Drivers should have some experience driving vehicles larger than pickup trucks.
• CDL driver's license not required .
• Knowledge of all safety precautions and procedures and ability to react calmly in emergency situations and be considerate of resident's comfort, safety, security, and belongings.
• Knowledge of general vehicle maintenance.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written in English.
• Genuine compassion for elderly and disabled and ability to interact with resident in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Knowledge of lifting techniques, first aid, etc.

Compensation Pay Range :

$19.00 - $21.00 hour.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes :

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits :
• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home / auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org .

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Homeare equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Compensation Pay Range :

$18.50 - $20.00

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes :

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits :
• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home / auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org .

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Homeare equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.