Driver

The Cascades An Assisted Living Community • Bethel, CT

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About The Position

Cascades is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! -Driver Part-Time (up to 18 hours a week) Sunday church run approx. 10am-1pm Monday & Tuesday 9am-4pm F endorsement is required. Experience with medical transport or securing wheelchairs is preferred What You'll Do: Drivers at our centers are responsible for safely transporting residents to and from medical appointments, outings, and other destinations. Your friendly demeanor and reliable service will ensure residents receive the medical assessment and care necessary for their rehabilitation and well being. If you're a reliable and compassionate individual with an excellent driving history and passion for helping others, we would like to meet you! Join our team as a Driver where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

Requirements

• Current driver’s license and excellent driving record is required
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and safety regulations
• Compassion, patience, and empathy in working with seniors
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

Nice To Haves

• F endorsement is required.
• Experience with medical transport or securing wheelchairs is preferred
• Previous experience in patient transportation or a similar role preferred
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

Responsibilities

• Safely drives residents to medical appointments, outings, and other destinations according to assigned schedule
• Adheres to traffic laws, regulations, and facility policies to ensure the safety of passengers and others on the road
• Assists residents into and out of vehicle
• Secures passengers’ wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs while driving
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff to coordinate transportation schedules and ensure resident needs are met
• Communicates with administrative staff regularly to receive instructions or report dealys and disruptions of service
• Maintains the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle, performing routine inspections, refueling and immediately reporting maintenance needs
• Keeps records of trips and behavior of passengers

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees