Transportation Driver at The Davis Community

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safe Driving Skills, Communication, First Aid, CPR, Customer Service, Body Mechanics, Time Management, Problem Solving, Vehicle Maintenance, Emergency Response, Physical Fitness, Weather Adaptability, Resident Assistance, Coordination, Professional Behavior, Teamwork

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Description COMMUNITY CULTURE At The Davis Community, deliberate and diligent efforts are made to emphasize and focus on an underlying culture of respect and service that can be seen and felt by all. Employees, residents, and guests of the community are treated with respect and personalized care to the best of the organization’s ability. The desire to continue to elevate all aspects of services is preeminent so that Davis can provide an empowering and caring retirement atmosphere filled with friends, enjoyment, and a fulfilling sense of community. Our Leading advantages include: State-of-the-art Facilities On-demand Pay Benefits begin after 30 days Low-cost lunches Free Membership to our gym and indoor pool Shift differential Work-life Balance Growth Competitive Wages We spend about 2,000 hours per year at work. Why not make that time matter? For us, ‘work that matters’ is less about what you do, and more about how you do it. The Davis Community requires that all current and new employees, including contract staff, receive an annual influenza vaccination and TB skin test unless a reasonable or disability accommodation is granted. We are looking for caring and dedicated CNAs to join our team and contribute to our unique Household Model of care. We offer caregivers a resident focused philosophy and culture that blends into everything we do. We have 10 households on campus where residents and staff operate as a family. Our vision is based on the belief that seniors needing care deserve privacy and choice in their lives which creates a home environment rather than a hospital-like institution. Our caregivers work hard to enhance the quality of services while creating a warm household where residents feel at home. BASIC PURPOSE: The transportation driver is responsible for driving residents to scheduled appointments as requested. The transportation driver will drive residents to planned outings when needed and available. We are currently seeking a part time Driver to work 2-3 days per week. MAJOR WORK ACTIVITIES: 1. Coordinates with administration regarding transportation appointments. 2. Assist resident with transferring in and out of vehicle when needed with appropriate body mechanics being used. To be able to lift the residents assisted devices into the vehicle. 3. Ensure resident arrives and is picked up from appointment in a timely manner. 4. Assist activity staff during off-campus activities. 5. Be familiar with safety and emergency equipment in facility vehicles, both in understanding and use of equipment. 6. Ensures that the vehicle is clean and attractive at all times. 7. Demonstrate professional behavior when dealing with difficult communications with various parties. 8. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: · Use of lift van, pick-up truck, bus, cars, wheelchairs and cellular telephone for coordinating transportation. · Work in all types of weather (i.e. cold, hot, wet, dry) in comfortable setting in presentable attire. · Able to control all situations from sick residents to heavy traffic. · Knowledge of safe driving skills and capable of making responsible decisions relating to transporting residents. · Able to drive and use lift van and lift buses. · Physically capable of lifting up to 30 lbs. · Minimal exposure to infectious disease. · May be subject to noisy, hot or cold, humid and busy environment. · Exposure to some noise and stress. · Knowledge of first aid and CPR. · Communicate via telephone and other automation vehicles. · In an emergency, is expected to respond and includes the possibility of evacuation of residents. · Physical job demands may be subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements Education: High School Diploma/GED Licensure/ Certification: Satisfactory driving record. NC State Class C with Passenger Endorsement Driver’s License a plus but not required Experience: At least 4 years of safe, on-road/city driving.

Responsibilities

The transportation driver is responsible for driving residents to scheduled appointments and planned outings. They must ensure timely arrivals and assist residents with transferring in and out of the vehicle as needed.