Driver, Per Diem

Covenant Living Communities and Services•Carol Stream, IL

11d•$16 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! 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. In this role, the Driver will: Transport residents to and from scheduled and emergency appointments and provide transportation for Circuit bus, planned activities, and group trips as schedule allows availability. Transportation may be scheduled for days, evenings, or weekends. Operate the assigned vehicles 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. Communicate with receptionist to determine time and place for initial pick up of each rider. Aid in the safe transfer to and from vehicle where conditions warrant special help. 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 transportation including incidents and indications of changes in resident's condition. Check 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. 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. Valid CDL driver’s license in the State and excellent driving record. If driving a campus bus, valid Class B Commercial drivers license in good standing. 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. #SupportServices Compensation Pay Range: $16.06 - $19.27 per hour Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $16.06 - $19.27 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity. 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 Home Health and Hospice are 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. We believe we are a great place to work. Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Six months previous related driving experience with knowledge of roads, both local and surrounding communities.
Valid CDL driver’s license in the State and excellent driving record.
If driving a campus bus, valid Class B Commercial drivers license in good standing.
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.

Responsibilities

Transport residents to and from scheduled and emergency appointments and provide transportation for Circuit bus, planned activities, and group trips as schedule allows availability.
Transportation may be scheduled for days, evenings, or weekends.
Operate the assigned vehicles 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.
Communicate with receptionist to determine time and place for initial pick up of each rider.
Aid in the safe transfer to and from vehicle where conditions warrant special help.
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 transportation including incidents and indications of changes in resident's condition.
Check 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.
Handle many different types of errands for office staff which involve transportation.