Driver (Part-time) at Plymouth Place Senior Living

La Grange Park, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safe Driving Techniques, GPS Usage, Handicap Accessible Bus Experience, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Multi-tasking Skills

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description ~WE'RE LOOKING FOR A SUPERSTAR~ We're hiring for a part-time driver Up to 20 hours per week There are lots of places you could work, right? But if you’re looking for a career you love in a community that is committed to supporting you, look no further than Plymouth Place™. As a three-time Certified Great Place to Work®, we are serious about creating a strong, opportunity-rich culture driven by a mission to provide an exceptional lifestyle for our residents. Here, you never work alone. You have a team working alongside you, a team that cares just as much about how you’re doing as what you’re doing. And we make your safety and well-being our priority—with vaccinated staff and residents, rest assured we stand by this commitment. Learn about Plymouth Place Benefit Packet offered to all Full Time Employees: 2025 Benefit Guide. JOB SUMMARY: The Driver is responsible for providing safe and courteous transportation for the residents to various activities and events: doctor appointments, airport, etc. The Driver will also assist in the mail room as needed. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Employee will apply skills to ensure Person Centered Care as exhibited through our Pillars of Excellence: PEOPLE STEWARDSHIP SERVICE QUALITY GROWTH Ensure safe operation of the vehicle in compliance with the manufactures specifications and preventative maintenance schedule. Reports any malfunctions to their supervisor and seeks repairs of these malfunctions per supervisor’s instructions. Driver maintains all records related to bus operations. Understands and adheres to manufactures guidelines for safe use of wheelchair lift, i.e., QSTAINT anchoring. Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections before operating the bus, including documentation of trips. Responsible for transporting residents to/from assigned destinations using Plymouth Place vehicles. Coordinates planned daily activates with staff. Responsible for fueling the bus according to trip guidelines and turning receipts into supervisor. Communicates emergencies with community staff as needed. Support other key areas such as Life Enrichment or Hospitality. Oversees internal conditions of the bus, to include sweeping, and picking up trash. Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all Plymouth Place policies and procedures. Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of safe driving techniques with a sense of direction in locating destinations locally and out of town. Ability to use GPS app Demonstrated experience with handicap accessible bus, including lift operations and wheelchair anchors. Ability to work with a senior population. Demonstrated clean driving record (Motor Vehicle Report) Ability to prioritize assigned schedules and meet time demands. Strong interpersonal skills. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Plymouth Place is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify compliant Employer Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Valid Illinois driver’s license

Responsibilities

The Driver is responsible for providing safe and courteous transportation for residents to various activities and events. They will also assist in the mail room as needed.