Driver

Inspira Gateway by Cogir • Mesa, AZ

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, operates senior living communities across 11 states. The company is dedicated to growth, exceptional care for residents, and a supportive, growth-focused environment for its team, guided by core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence. The Driver position involves ensuring the safe transportation of residents to and from various destinations, such as appointments or activity group outings, and assisting them with safe onboarding and offboarding. The ideal candidate is friendly, patient, and committed to providing excellent service to seniors while maintaining a high level of safety and professionalism.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid state driver's license (a CDL license may be required per state or local regulations).
• Passenger endorsement (if required by state regulations).
• At least three (3) years of driving record and a clean driving history.
• At least one (1) year of previous experience driving a passenger vehicle, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.
• Experience in operating large vehicles or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Excellent customer service skills and a professional, friendly, and patient demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and commitment to treating our residents with the utmost respect.
• Assist the Activitites (Resident Lifestyles Department) during non-driving hours. This will include setting up for activitites, and preparing for activitites in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation service for the residents to and from various human service locations, work sites, educational institutions, medical facilities, grocery stores, drug stores, and others.
• Assist residents in and out of the vehicle, utilizing the wheelchair lift/stairs as needed; open and close doors; and load/unload walkers and wheelchairs as needed.
• Ensure resident safety and satisfaction are priorities, and account for the presence of all residents when leaving or returning to the community.
• Prepare the van/bus for operation and coordinate necessary vehicle maintenance.
• May be responsible for ensuring all vehicle license plates, inspection tags, and insurance cards are current and displayed properly per local and state policy.
• Follow and understand the rules of the road and transportation safety procedures.
• Maintain current driving license per state regulations to perform transportation services.
• Assist in the resident programs as needed, including resident activities and special events.
• Build positive relationships with residents, engaging in friendly conversation and providing support as needed during trips.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED