Driver

Phoenix Senior Living•Vestavia Hills, AL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills is seeking a Bus Driver to join their team! The Driver reports directly to Program & Outreach Director. Shift Details: 8:30am to 4:30pm Mon-Friday; every other weekend required. The Driver is responsible for safely transporting residents to their activities and appointments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must hold a currently valid driver's license as required by the State and a “no point” driving record verified by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Fluency in English is required.
Pre-employment health evaluation by a licensed physician certifying good health and absence of infectious disease and freedom from communicable disease, including tuberculosis in the communicable form, according to acceptable screening methods of the Department of Health.
Demonstrate the ability to Plan and Organize
Demonstrate the ability to Multi task and Manage Stress
Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy
Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools
Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines
Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available for our customers at peak service delivery days and times
Maintain appropriate driver’s license such as CDL (commercial driver’s license), Chauffer license with acceptable driving record in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation
Has proficient grammar and documentation skills
Understands basic concepts of risk management

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in transportation of the elderly and or physically/mentally challenged persons preferred.
Depending on assigned area, knowledge of Spanish may be helpful.
Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care preferred

Responsibilities

Daily safety checks of the vehicle.
Reporting immediately to the Executive Director any problems related to the vehicle, routing or scheduling.
Reporting immediately to the Program and Outreach Director any problems observed or encountered while transporting participants.
Safe assistance and transportation of participants.
Responsible handling of participant’s personal belongings and family communications which must be conveyed from the participant’s residence to the Center.
Maintaining good rapport with family caregivers and participants.
Daily cleaning of the interior of the vehicle.
Daily “gas-up” and weekly fluid check of the vehicle.
Assist with emergency evacuation of participants if inclement weather (e.g. a hurricane) is threatened or if there is a power failure or other reason that the Center must close during program hours.
Coordinate driver emergencies in route with emergency assistance.
Patience and tact necessary for contact with residents.
Must be reliable and capable of working independently and remaining calm in case of emergency.