Driver - Part Time at Cogir of Peoria

Albany, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safe Transportation, Customer Service, Patience, Professionalism, Vehicle Operation, Vehicle Maintenance, Safety Procedures, Communication, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Resident Assistance, Friendly Conversation

Industry

Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

Description

Description THE COMPANY Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members. At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career! WHAT WE OFFER Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities. Early access to paycheck. Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave. 401K with company match. Free meals at work. Employee Assistance Program. Generous Employee Referral Program and more. POSITION SUMMARY Our Driver will ensure the safe transportation of our residents to and from various destinations, such as appointments or activity group outings, assisting them with safe onboarding and offboarding as necessary. The ideal candidate is friendly, patient, and committed to providing excellent service to seniors while ensuring a high level of safety and professionalism. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation service for the residents to and from various human service locations, work sites, educational institutions, medical facilities, grocery stores, drug stores, and others. Assist residents in and out of the vehicle, utilizing the wheelchair lift/stairs as needed; open and close doors; and load/unload walkers and wheelchairs as needed. Ensure resident safety and satisfaction are priorities, and account for the presence of all residents when leaving or returning to the community. Prepare the van/bus for operation and coordinate necessary vehicle maintenance. May be responsible for ensuring all vehicle license plates, inspection tags, and insurance cards are current and displayed properly per local and state policy. Follow and understand the rules of the road and transportation safety procedures. Maintain current driving license per state regulations to perform transportation services. Assist in the resident programs as needed, including resident activities and special events. Build positive relationships with residents, engaging in friendly conversation and providing support as needed during trips. Requirements CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Education and licenses: High School Diploma or equivalent. A valid state driver's license (a CDL license may be required per state or local regulations). Passenger endorsement (if required by state regulations). Experience, Competencies, and Skills: At least three (3) years of driving record and a clean driving history. At least one (1) year of previous experience driving a passenger vehicle, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting. Experience in operating large vehicles or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Excellent customer service skills and a professional, friendly, and patient demeanor. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills, patience and commitment to treating our residents with the utmost respect.

Responsibilities

The Driver is responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of residents to various destinations, including assisting them with boarding and exiting the vehicle using necessary equipment like wheelchair lifts.