Driver - Class C CDL Required

Northcrest Community•Ames, IA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Northcrest Community, voted the Best Place to Work in Story County, is seeking a friendly and caring individual to join their Driver Team. This vibrant, active retirement community offers a full continuum of premier services. Drivers may work 3-15 hours per week, providing transportation services to residents. Day hours are a must, with flexibility and availability for evenings and occasional on-call weekend rotation required. This is a permanent, year-round role. A Class C-CDL is necessary, and a Passenger Endorsement is preferred and must be obtained as soon as feasible. Driving experience is preferred. A drug test is required.

Requirements

Drug test participation
Day, evening, and on-call rotating weekend availability
High school education or GED equivalent
Maintain a current Iowa driver’s license, chauffeur’s license and/or CDL
A Class C-CDL, with passenger endorsement, is preferred but not required
Candidates with a Class C-CDL, required (must maintain medical clearance with a DOT physical)
Driving experience preferred
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public
Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday
Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases
Ability to assist in evacuation of residents in emergency situations
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement
Ability to maintain composure and a positive attitude in stressful situations
Resourcefulness

Nice To Haves

Passenger Endorsement is preferred and must be obtained as soon as feasible
A Chauffeur’s license is preferred but not required
CPR certification is optional

Responsibilities

Provide transportation services to Northcrest residents and their guests or accompanying staff member(s) as scheduled
Check vehicle for road worthiness prior to each trip, report any problems to the Transportation Coordinator
Secure wheelchairs to ensure the safety of wheelchair bound residents during transportation
Report all accidents immediately to the Transportation Coordinator and CFO
Follow work schedule agreed upon between yourself and the Transportation Coordinator
Maintain cleanliness of Northcrest vehicles as directed by the Transportation Coordinator and Northcrest policies
Shall be reachable during scheduled working hours for notification of pick-up and transportation changes
Shall be available to serve on-call from 8AM – 8PM Saturday and Sunday, as designated
Assist in maintaining an environment of warmth and care throughout Northcrest’s campus
Maintain a positive working relationship with all co-workers to ensure that resident services are provided without interruption
Follow all Northcrest policies and procedures
Attend all departmental and mandatory staff meetings
Maintain a clean driving record
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to ensure resident rights are protected
Follow the Northcrest Privacy Policy (HIPAA)
Report all grievances and complaints made by residents to the Transportation Coordinator
Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights
Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines
Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves
Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications
Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel
Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR Manager or CFO
Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor or department leader
Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations
Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy
Participates in life safety and emergency drills and trainings, as requested
Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan
Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor
Follows established infection control policies and procedures
As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency